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Shoaib Akhtar Rejects PCB Role, Citing Mother's Advice to Avoid Politics
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News18•03-10-2026, 13:48
Shoaib Akhtar Rejects PCB Role, Citing Mother's Advice to Avoid Politics
- •Former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Akhtar has stated he will not join the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), adhering to his mother's advice to stay away from politics and the PCB.
- •Akhtar clarified that reports of him being appointed chief selector or taking another key role are speculative and untrue.
- •He emphasized his commitment to his mother's counsel during an appearance on PTV Sports channel.
- •Akhtar, currently on a private visit to Houston, wished Pakistan cricket well but reiterated he would not accept any position with the PCB.
- •While he didn't confirm meeting PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, Akhtar insisted he was not offered the chief selector role, stating he can serve Pakistan cricket in other ways.
Key Questions Answered
No, Shoaib Akhtar has denied rumors of joining the Pakistan Cricket Board, stating that his mother advised him to stay away from Pakistan politics and the PCB.
Speculation grew after Akhtar met with PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi following the death of Akhtar's elder brother, which helped improve their relationship.
While refusing any official position within the Pakistan Cricket Board, Akhtar expressed that he would still love to serve Pakistan cricket in many other ways.
