Mohammad Hafeez Intends To Disclose Reasons For Pakistan’s Poor Performance

Mohammad Hafeez has announced his intention to disclose both cricketing and non-cricketing factors that contributed to the national team’s poor performance. This revelation comes after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) decided not to renew his contract for the position of national team director following the disappointing Australia tour.

Hafeez, the former Test captain, was appointed by the PCB in late 2023 after the Pakistan team’s early exit from the ODI World Cup in India. However, during his brief tenure, the team faced significant challenges, experiencing a whitewash in a three-match Test series and losing four out of five T20I matches against Australia.

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The PCB acknowledged Hafeez’s departure on social media, expressing gratitude for his valuable contributions. The post highlighted Hafeez’s passion for the game and the importance of his mentorship during the tours of Australia and New Zealand.

In response to the announcement, Hafeez emphasized his commitment to prioritizing and representing Pakistan with dignity and pride. He revealed that he accepted the role as PCB director with great passion to bring about positive reforms. However, he expressed disappointment that his designated tenure, initially offered for four years, was cut short to two months due to a change in chairmanship.

Taking responsibility for his actions during his tenure, Hafeez declared his intention to reveal both cricketing and non-cricketing factors that contributed to the team’s poor performance. He acknowledged accountability for his decisions and executions, expressing a commitment to disclosing the details behind the setbacks.

Hafeez’s statement suggests a desire to provide transparency regarding the challenges and issues that impacted the team’s performance. This move could potentially shed light on various aspects, including administrative decisions, player dynamics, and other factors that played a role in the team’s struggles during his tenure as national team director.