In our latest exclusive interview, Atiq-uz-Zaman, former Pakistan international cricketer and ECB Level 4 coach, delivers a brutally honest critique of Pakistan cricket’s systemic flaws. With decades of experience in global coaching and player development, Atiq exposes the mismanagement, short-sighted policies, and lack of accountability plaguing the system.

By Saj Sadiq (March 23, 2025)

Key topics include:

PCB’s Domestic Crisis: Why the National T20 Cup is dominated by over-35 players while youngsters “carry towels.”

Mentorship Mess: How active players doubling as mentors create conflicts and hinder progress.

Salary Slashes: PCB cutting staff salaries to Rs.65k amid rising costs—Atiq calls it “disgusting.”

Youth Set Up to Fail: Throwing inexperienced players into tough tours like New Zealand without proper grooming.

Talent Drain: Atiq’s shocking claim: “The talent of Pakistan is not there anymore. It’s just a drama here.”

Accountability Void: No scientific coaching, no measurable processes—why Pakistan “can’t compete with Sri Lanka.”

https://youtu.be/FbMMaSEk99M?si=6JWGGxbnFslj4je9