All Change! Ramiz Raja's the new sheriff in town.

[Aman]

So much so that they are not even disclosing the threat. Try harder.

Most likely will be revealed in the coming days.

 

[PakEngFan]

What should have been your response if a team would have pulled out just before the toss?

Thank you for leaving last second and not even stating the threat.

 

[zarak]

NZC are clowns for NOT disregarding what the NZ government and security agencies on the ground advised them?

NZC are not clowns but the government has been 100% spooked by dodgy intelligence. I will try to reserve judgement until all details are out but it is hard to do so

 

[MoJoJoJo]

NZC are clowns for NOT disregarding what the NZ government and security agencies on the ground advised them?

I blame the system not only the NZC. Where were these agencies when the comprehensive pre tour arrangements were being made. And also, they were practicing yesterday in pindi stadium and all of a sudden pak is a threat to them. No security lapse, no evidence, tight security. Whoever took this sudden decision is to blame.

 

[PakEngFan]

Most likely will be revealed in the coming days.

So only they were at threat.

 

[Aman]

NZC are not clowns but the government has been 100% spooked by dodgy intelligence. I will try to reserve judgement until all details are out but it is hard to do so

How do you know what intelligence they have and why should NZ trust Pakistan's intelligence more so than the intelligence they have at their disposal through 5 eyes. And why on earth would NZC trust Pakistan's intelligence over their own.

 

[Lonewarrior]

NZC are clowns for NOT disregarding what the NZ government and security agencies on the ground advised them?

brother, your govt got the intel from UK, you also dont know what kind of threat level it was, becoz NZ was unaware of any threat. NZ just followed what UK intel told them .....

 

[PakEngFan]

I blame the system not only the NZC. Where were these agencies when the comprehensive pre tour arrangements were being made. And also, they were practicing yesterday in pindi stadium and all of a sudden pak is a threat to them. No security lapse, no evidence, tight security. Whoever took this sudden decision is to blame.

Beat in mind the security which they are provided on games days is far more then the training days.

 

[MoJoJoJo]

Beat in mind the security which they are provided on games days is far more then the training days.

That's what really baffles me.

 

[zarak]

How do you know what intelligence they have and why should NZ trust Pakistan's intelligence more so than the intelligence they have at their disposal through 5 eyes. And why on earth would NZC trust Pakistan's intelligence over their own.

That's why I will reserve judgment and come back to this in a few days. If it is a credible threat then kudos to the intelligence. It would help if they disclosed what it was.

 

[MoJoJoJo]

That's why I will reserve judgment and come back to this in a few days. If it is a credible threat then kudos to the intelligence. It would help if they disclosed what it was.

I really doubt it. Considering whatever happened in the past to srilankan team, don't think there could've been another security lapse and also there is no concrete evidence to show off. They'll just call it a potential threat or something and move on. If there was anything, it would've been out in the news till now but they just left the tour based on a hoax, nothing else.

 

[zarak]

I really doubt it. Considering whatever happened in the past to srilankan team, don't think there could've been another security lapse and also there is no concrete evidence to show off. They'll just call it a potential threat or something and move on. If there was anything, it would've been out in the news till now but they just left the tour based on a hoax, nothing else.

I feel the same way. But I feel people living far away have developed this weird perception where they know best. Even though there is enough evidence now to show that no one is safe anywhere.

 

[Usman Chadda]

These NZ clowns did not have the decency to inform the PCB about cancelling the tour, until PCB had to go check up on the NZ team not boarding the team bus.

Filth.

 

[UzmanBeast]

Most likely will be revealed in the coming days.

Coming days? Why will it take days? Why not reveal it now so that the PCB, ISI, and other government intelligence agencies can know what this so-called "threat" is?

Why try to brush it under the carpet by leaving abruptly and not giving any evidence?

If there were COVID-19 cases in the camp, then please inform the host board so that they can take action.

If you are feeling unsafe, or have heard some news, please consult with the host board before making a decision like this.

With your logic, Pakistan should be well within its rights to abandon a tour of New Zealand midway during a game if a spectator tells a player that he's gonna hurt him.

Why is NZC so reluctant to provide this evidence? If it is so strong that they need to leave immediately, then it is good enough to share with the host board, the hosting country, and the hosting government that has spent money, time, and other national security resources to keep the cricket team of New Zealand safe.

I find it very confusing.

 

[UzmanBeast]

These NZ clowns did not have the decency to inform the PCB about cancelling the tour, until PCB had to go check up on the NZ team not boarding the team bus.

Filth.

Truly embarrassing, this is not the behavior of a professional organization.

Indecency and impoliteness. We should not entertain the notion of touring New Zealand for a while.

We have helped them many times in the past, and for them to treat us in this manner is downright wrong and should not be tolerated. We are not a carpet that teams like New Zealand (who were once desperate for our assistance) can walk over.

 

[Titan24]

These NZ clowns did not have the decency to inform the PCB about cancelling the tour, until PCB had to go check up on the NZ team not boarding the team bus.

Filth.

Cant wait for people to start defending even this. One of the weirdest incidents I have seen in relation to cricket surely.

 

[Poseidon]

what about future tours ? PCB should sit with ICC and ask them about if they are effing serious in Cricket or not .
If ICC dont listen thn i say, cancel the match betwen PAK vs Ind in upcoming T-20 , hit ICC where it hurts.

 

[reversehook]

This is the litmus test for mr RR... lets see how he handles this... he has already posted a tweet, which is a sign of weakness... get in direct touch with icc and nzcb and then do a press conference.... stop tweeting mate, need to bark at the moment...

 

[Savak]

The kiwis were supposed to tour Pakistan in 2008. However they didn't have the decency and courtesy to even consistently communicate with the PCB whether they were coming or not. They behaved and acted as if the tour was not even scheduled. This is the second time they have screwed us. NZCB is not a big 3 board, the PCB should take them to the cleaners

 

[Mainul]

sensible and non-bias fan's comments are always valuable, thank you

Thanks. The turmoils has already begun in Pakistan cricket. I have a strong suspicion about the recent event but I won't disclose it now here as I have no proof. At the end of the day I want welfare of Pakistan cricket. Without a strong Pakistan, the cricket world looses it's color. I am really worried now.

 

[Giannis]

Judging by his response to his first crisis, Pakistan have appointed another clown.

The only clowns are NZ cricket and their government.

 

[b.lesner]

Ramiz accepts in a program that he tempered with the team he wanted hitters from 3-6.

 

[reversehook]

More changes coming in pcb setup by Ramiz

Apparently as per reports Ramiz Raja has done a video conference with regional headcoaches/selectors and told them he is not impressed by the progress (lack of it). They will be changed and replaced with new ones.

I think if he changes them then very likely its curtains for our chief selector Mr M Wasim.

Things getting interesting and fast, I guess Ramiz is in T20 mode as far as stamping his authority and vision goes. Lets see how this pans out, hopefully it breaks the buddy 11's and special babies in the xi's.

 

[MenInG]

PCB Chairman Mr Ramiz Raja on Friday met the Chairpersons and Chief Executives of the First Boards at the National High Performance Centre in which he shared his vision that revolved around grassroots cricket.

Mr Ramiz Raja emphasised on the quick resumption of schools and club activities as well as infrastructure upgradation so that the youngsters received the best playing facilities and environment to display and demonstrate their talent.
PCB Chairman Mr Ramiz Raja: “The grassroots cricket level tier deserves attention as it has been a neglected field for years, resulting in marginalising our growth canvas. Under my watch, cricket nurseries will have a permanent importance.

“I acknowledge and appreciate the good work done at the provincial level by the First Boards and look forward to continuing to work collectively to bring a change to the Pakistan cricket landscape.”

 

[ask_analyse_act]

Im interested to see who will replace Wasim Khan

 

[ask_analyse_act]

Ramiz accepts in a program that he tempered with the team he wanted hitters from 3-6.

Well there should be sensible hitters and finishers , not asif ali , khusdil shah and Azam Khan..

I will exclude Maqsood because he is a good top-order batsman, under utilized at the bottom , having said that his fielding is very poor..

Haider Ali, Fakhar Zaman, Ifthikar should be in instead of Asif Ali ,Khusdil and Azam Khan for sure..

 

[PakLFC]

Change just for the sake off it is never a good idea. Early days yet for Ramiz to judge him.

 

[MenInG]

PCB advert for new CEO

 

[Rana]

PCB advert for new CEO

View attachment 112334

So they are not removing the CEO role?

Why then disagree with Wasim Khan in the first place? He is light years ahead of any uncle who will apply for this role from the Pakistan National Assembly!

 

[Savak]

So they are not removing the CEO role?

Why then disagree with Wasim Khan in the first place? He is light years ahead of any uncle who will apply for this role from the Pakistan National Assembly!

They reduced his salary and perks by half. They also reduced his powers

 

[pillionrider]

So Ramiz Raja was invited to the IPL final and didn't go. That was good. Would have been cringeworthy if he did go, even as an Indian fan.

All in all, with all the vibes floating around and the possibility of India being the first top team to tour Pakistan, I wonder if Ramiz Raja's appointment was a shrewd move by Imran Khan. All his bluster on Twitter aside, maybe he finally figured a friendly India would be more beneficial to Pak.

 

[dravidthewall]

Appointed just two months back as PCB chairman and already created wonder. Future is bright for Pakistan.

 

[Shafi]

PCB advert for new CEO

View attachment 112334

Another fake job advertisement. None of our former players have these qualifications, skills or experiences.
But any of Moin/Aaaqib/M Akram will get the job.
Also, who has the qualification in PCB to interview these CEO candidates?

 

[Shafi]

Who is this Ms. Serena Agha? What is her qualification to take interview to those high skilled people? Also, not sure who wrote this job advertisement. I wonder if any of our PCB staffs are that skilled in English or job affairs. My bet Wasim Khan.

 

[Shafi]

Who is this Ms. Serena Agha? What is her qualification to take interview to those high skilled people? Also, not sure who wrote this job advertisement. I wonder if any of our PCB staffs are that skilled in English or job affairs. My bet Wasim Khan.

Serena Agha completed her Bachelor’s in Computer Sciences and Business Administration from Kinnaird College University, Lahore, and pursued M.Sc in Human Resource Management from Birkbeck College, University of London, said a spokesman of the PCB here on Monday.

An effective Human Resources Senior Professional, certified life coach, a project and program management professional, Serena’s passionate about enhancing business and individual performance through strategic initiatives and effective partnering that delivers quick and sustainable results. Diverse experience across various HR disciplines, in Pakistan, the Middle East, and Africa in multicultural settings. Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Succession Planning, Shared Services, talent, Services and Operations, and Total rewards are some of my key operation areas.

Serena, who will take up her new responsibility in the PCB on May 20, has more than fifteen years of experience in her respective field, the spokesman added.

Serena is also a certified, Project Management Professional (PMP), a Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) Professional and coach and has recently completed a short course from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the United States, added.

Recently, U.S. Embassy Pakistan Congratulations to Serena Agha on being appointed the first female Director of Human Resources by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

Her last assignment was with a local manufacturing organization as Group Head of HR and two Kenyan companies as a consultant.

She holds vast experience across various HR disciplines in multicultural environments including Pakistan, Middle East, and Africa.

 

[MenInG]

Almost 30 years ago, Pakistan’s greatest moment in cricket, and perhaps greatest moment overall, involved an Englishman and two Pakistanis. The Englishman was Richard Illingworth, who fans today will recognize as a genial umpire. His role in that specific moment was to top-edge a hoik that, in truth, would not have accomplished much even had it connected.

The two Pakistanis who combined to dismiss Illingworth ensured their place in history and highlight reels forever. Fittingly — not all great players get the theatrical ending, but when it happens, it is lovely, isn’t it? — Imran Khan’s last act as a player and captain was to take the wicket that won Pakistan their first, and thus far only, World Cup. The other Pakistani, swirling under that Melbourne night, steadying himself to pouch Illingworth’s skier, was one Ramiz Raja.

This column is about one of those two Pakistanis. You know, the one who has gorgeous hair, especially for his age. The one who got to his position by being in with the right people, not earning it. The one whose background for his role was soundbite-filled tirades, not homework. The one who thinks that a dash of good intentions and a dollop of “bold” thinking is the recipe to solve structural problems.

Obviously, I am referring to Ramiz (why, what did you think?).

Though brief, Ramiz Raja’s first time in charge of Pakistan cricket still had severe long-term reverberations. Now, within two months of his second charge, it seems there is no great cause for optimism for the future

For the last month, I have been thinking a lot about Rambo’s catch that evening in March 1992. Is it fair to say that we would all be better off had he dropped it? Pakistan would still have won, of course, but maybe, in this alternate history, the skipper would have glared at him, learned to hate him forever, like he did with so many others in the ’80s and ’90s, and never considered appointing him as chairman of the cricket board three decades later. I think we can all agree such a grudge would have spared us a good deal of trouble.

After all, our domestic scene has only just begun to recover from Rambo’s ‘hair’-brained scheme during his first tenure in the early 2000s: the genius idea to make domestic cricket pitches greener than the typical golf course. Though thankfully brief, Ramiz’s time in charge still had severe long-term reverberations.

Now he is back, primed and ready to do more damage.

Rambo kicked off by kicking out Messrs Misbah and Waqar. Now, it is important to underline that the Outside Edge column shed no tears for MisQar (WaqBah?), whose defensive mindset and draconian man-management were ill-suited to the needs of an international 21st century cricket team.

But this should not be taken as a defence of Ramiz’s decision-making; even a broken clock, as they say, is right twice a day. Moreover, was getting rid of MisQar just before a major international tournament, one the pair had been building towards for over a year, really the right thing to do?

Surely the more prudent course would have been to provide an ultimatum along the lines of “Win the World T20 or you’re out”? At least that way, Pakistan’s preparations would not be thrown into chaos, and Ramiz could justifiably claim that he gave MisQar a chance to keep their jobs.

As things stand, Ramiz chose to entrust the squad with two gentlemen with precisely zero coaching credentials between them. Make no mistake: I would have place for Matty Hayden or Vernon Philander in my eleven all day. But — repeat after me — great players do not necessarily become great coaches. There is literally no evidence, none whatsoever, to suggest that either has the coaching chops necessary for the task.

Then again, to be fair to Ramiz, the global trajectory of “coaching” in T20 cricket, at least the franchise version, is towards hiring big names and hoping for the best. The world over, dugouts are filled by ex-players who are more likely to inspire players by their presence than worry too much about technical mumbo-jumbo. And Philander and Hayden will have Saqlain Mushtaq — someone who actually has coaching experience, and was belatedly added to the staff — to cover for them.

Still, even accounting for the non-traditional nature of T20 coaching, Ramiz’s decision-making process continues to vex. It is difficult to ascertain the mechanism by which Rambo made these selections, beyond his becoming friends with Philander in the commentary booth earlier this year or witnessing Hayden beast new ball bowlers 15 years ago.

Regardless of the coaching carousel, the far bigger loss is the unfortunate Wasim Khan, arguably Pakistan’s greatest administrator in more than a generation. In his zeal to clean house — Rambo evidently a keen believer in Mao’s dictum that a revolution is not a dinner party — the incoming chairman nudged Wasim aside.

This was a disastrous move, one whose true toll will only reveal itself in the years to come. Wasim professionalised a ramshackle organisation and brought a more commercial mindset into Pakistan cricket. He got international teams to tour Pakistan again. He prioritised women’s, youth, and A-team cricket. Until the cruelty of the last-minute New Zealand pullout, and the pathetic follow-on by England, he almost pulled off the ultimate coup: Western teams touring for the first time in almost two decades.

His resignation was an utterly avoidable error, one born of egoism and nothing else. Not only should Wasim have been kept on, but Ramiz should have used him as a consigliere of sorts, relying on Wasim’s aptitude, expertise and experience as an administrator to counterbalance the lack of his own. But this would require the wisdom and humility to know what he doesn’t know, a trait sadly beyond most Pakistani leaders and public officials.

After a period of incompetent, corrupt jokers such as Naseem Ashraf or Ijaz Butt at the helm, Pakistan cricket was fortunate in recent times to have steady, diplomatic and careful stewardship. Ramiz has big shoes to fill and the early returns, frankly, are not promising.

Disputing with the captain, our most gifted and important cricketer in over two decades, and the chief selector, one known for his dour, understated demeanour and Powerpoint presentations — all before even formally ascending to the chairman role — was not the most auspicious of beginnings.

The coaching change was a good idea badly executed. The departure of Wasim Khan was plain old stupid and will prove to be self-defeating. And while our board could not have controlled the frustrating acts of New Zealand Cricket or the infuriating ones of the ECB, we could certainly control our response. Was anyone convinced that ranting on YouTube and piling pressure on the players to beat India, England and New Zealand to avenge our izzat [honour] was the correct one?

The jury is out on Rambo. He has a lot to prove.

The writer is an assistant professor at the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University.

DAWN

 

[MenInG]

Wasim Akram speaking on TV:

“Whenever a new CEO of President joins an organisation, he assesses the performance of employees for the first 90 days or two months. After that the process of changes starts as it is the prerogative of the person in charge. However, here [PCB] it has happened earlier than usual"

“Anyways bygones are bygones, but I know that these guys [Misbah and Waqar] worked really hard"

“As far as media is concerned, I’m sorry to say that some people become personal. Sometimes the reason why they are against a player is because he might have refused to give them an interview, that’s it"

“It’s not possible to make everyone happy so there is no point listening to social media. Just do your job, the right and fair job and don’t worry about anything else"

 

[sharmaji]

I know it is too early, but given Pakistan's stupendous performance in the T20 World Cup so far (defeating arch rival India and New Zealand the team that deserted Pak series at the last minute), how do you view Ramiz Raja's leadership?

Do you feel that the moves he made (removing Misbah and Waqar, bringing in new coaches in Saqlain and Razzaq, along with consultants in Hayden and Philander, being flexible in team selection by dropping Azam Khan and co and bringing in Shoaib Malik and trusting Asif Ali) have led to the much improved performance by PCT?

What are your thoughts?

 

[gazza619]

I know it is too early, but given Pakistan's stupendous performance in the T20 World Cup so far (defeating arch rival India and New Zealand the team that deserted Pak series at the last minute), how do you view Ramiz Raja's leadership?

Do you feel that the moves he made (removing Misbah and Waqar, bringing in new coaches in Saqlain and Razzaq, along with consultants in Hayden and Philander, being flexible in team selection by dropping Azam Khan and co and bringing in Shoaib Malik and trusting Asif Ali) have led to the much improved performance by PCT?

What are your thoughts?

Credit to him for those moves, though I still feel he will sink our cricketing relations with the entire world eventually as he doesnt like to shut his mouth most of the times.

 

[sharmaji]

Maybe. Ramiz is passionate and sometimes says unnecessary things, but don't you miss that aspect of his commentary? Bazid is very diplomatic and a tad dull, Ramiz would have fared better, I think.

Regardless, I feel Ramiz has been a very effective PCB Chairman. If Pak wins the cup, some credit should go to him.

Credit to him for those moves, though I still feel he will sink our cricketing relations with the entire world eventually as he doesnt like to shut his mouth most of the times.

 

[Snowflake]

Credit to him for those moves, though I still feel he will sink our cricketing relations with the entire world eventually as he doesnt like to shut his mouth most of the times.

What were these relations bringing us prior to Ramiz? You are mistaken if you think that these relations weren't already "sunk". These relations only existed on a cosmetic level. The one time we needed to be reciprocated, we saw what England and NZ did.

So, I think we need to stop living in this delusion that we had some sort of decent relations with other boards because we didn't. Ramiz only held up a mirror to these boards and told the fans the harsh reality.

Whatever he has been doing can only make things better. We're already seeing effects of it at the ECB and NZ

 

[gazza619]

. We're already seeing effects of it at the ECB and NZ

What effects have you seen?

 

[gazza619]

What were these relations bringing us prior to Ramiz? You are mistaken if you think that these relations weren't already "sunk". These relations only existed on a cosmetic level. The one time we needed to be reciprocated, we saw what England and NZ did.

So, I think we need to stop living in this delusion that we had some sort of decent relations with other boards because we didn't. Ramiz only held up a mirror to these boards and told the fans the harsh reality.

Whatever he has been doing can only make things better. We're already seeing effects of it at the ECB and NZ

I think the pulling out of the Pakistan tour was the NZ & England govt decision. ECB took the blame but I am damn sure it was Boris Clown Johnson’s direction.

 

[MenInG]

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Telling off security in Dubai.

 

[MenInG]

ISLAMABAD: At a time when unemployment is rife among the youth, the Pakistan Cricket Board has 23 over-age employees who are all contractual.

The matter came to light after Senator Irfan Siddiqui posed a question to Federal Minister for Inter-provincial Coordination Dr Fehmida Mirza, asking her about the number of employees over the age of 60 as well their salaries and the perks and privileges they enjoy.

In a written response, Fehmida told the Senate that there are 23 employees of PCB, who are over 60 years of age.

“All such appointments are made in accordance with the applicable PCB rules regulations approved by Board of Governors,” she wrote. “Among the lists, there are some who were born in 1948, 1952, 1954 ans so on....”

A senator said that while the employment of former Pakistan Test cricketer Wasim Bari could be justified, there was no justification for the 22 others.

In response to another question, the IPC minister said that it would be incorrect to state that the PCB has done away with department cricket resulting in the unemployment of more than 2000 cricketers.

In her written reply, she said that after replacing department cricket with teams representing six Cricket Associations, a total of 192 players have been handed domestic contracts through which they are earning mounts raging from Rs2.5 million to 3.9 million per annum. Whereas, the PCB introduced match fee for City Cricket Association, which is a source of income for approximately 1400 players.

She further said that over 200 coaches and support staff have been given contract under the current domestic structure while more than 20 umpires and match referees have been handed out contracts.

“PCB has taken unprecedented measure to create opportunities for and cater to welfare of all personal involved in domestic cricket,” she wrote.

Published in Dawn, November 20th, 2021

 

[MenInG]

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain has said that the importance of sports cannot be undermined in today’s life, as it inculcates spirit to fight the challenges.

He was talking to Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Rameez Raja here on Saturday. he PCB chief shared his future plans with the minister to bring international cricket in Pakistan. He briefed the minister about the under-19 cricket and the talent hunt programme of the PCB.

Fawad Hussain said: “Prime Minister Imran Khan has the vision to promote sports to achieve the higher national objectives, and his leadership will prove to be an ideal for the younger generations.”

The minister asked the PCB chairman to engage the corporate sector to support the training modules for the talented youth as a social responsibility. He said that PTV and PCB would have to work together for promotion of cricket.

The meeting was attended by PTV Managing Director (MD) Aamer Manzoor and other higher officials of the PCB and the PTV.—NNI

https://pakobserver.net/fawad-ch-rameez-raja-discuss-cricket-promotion-other-issues/

 

[Savak]

Ramiz Raja's My Way or the High Way Approach as PCB Chairman

He has let go off most of the ex PCB employees like Wasim Khan, the ex PCB Coaches at the NHPC like Grant Bradburn, Atiq uz Zaman and Co. He has been very vocal about his desire to get rid of Nadeem Khan, the existing domestic coaches.

We have pretty much heard about his verbal clashes with the PSL Owners and he has been very blunt with LQ's for persisting with a mediocre, non performing coaching set up and has also been very vocal with Nadeem Omar on why he keeps persisting with Moin Khan and Sarfaraz and has been dealing with them in a "Take it or Leave it" approach.

Now we are seeing the ramifications of his decision to unilaterally get the PCB out of the PTV Contract without any regard for the consequences i.e. PTV going to court, getting a stay order and putting the entire broadcast of the upcoming Pakistan West Indies series at risk.

I wonder how long will Imran Khan tolerate this gun firing that Ramiz has been indulging in the PCB in the last 2-3 months, i won't be surprised to see people putting pressure on him to either reign Ramiz in or to get rid of him.

 

[Rana]

So far in Ramiz’s tenure as chairman:

1. New Zealand pull out
2. Subsequent England cancellation of tour
3. Head coach and Bowling coach resign on the eve of a major tournament
4. Successful world T20 campaign based on winning crucial matches due to the toss in Pakistan’s favour
5. Underwhelming PSL 7 Platinum players list
6. PCB facing major lawsuit by PTV sports
7. Still no permanent appointment of a national head coach and set up.

 

[Snowflake]

So far in Ramiz’s tenure as chairman:

1. New Zealand pull out - nothing to do with Ramiz
2. Subsequent England cancellation of tour nothing to do with Ramiz
3. Head coach and Bowling coach resign on the eve of a major tournament Ramiz deserves all the credit for this
4. Successful world T20 campaign based on winning crucial matches due to the toss in Pakistan’s favour Ramiz deserves a lot of credit for this. Lol @ the toss bit
5. Underwhelming PSL 7 Platinum players list It has never been overwhelming to begin with
6. PCB facing major lawsuit by PTV sports We will see what comes out of it. PTV is a reflection of how professional our state organization are - so, no surprises here
7. Still no permanent appointment of a national head coach and set up. Having no coach is better than having Misbah/Waqar - the temps did a great job, so nothing to worry.

Ramiz has been a breath of fresh air as the chairman. His honest and hardline approach vs the the timid politically correct approach we had grown accustomed to is exactly what this country needs.

Still remember how so many were worried that Ramiz is going to "burn bridges" with ECB and NZ by taking a hardline and calling a spade a spade... only to see the ECB chief make a hurried trip to make for damage control purposes. Even better days ahead for PCB.

 

[Snowflake]

He has let go off most of the ex PCB employees like Wasim Khan, the ex PCB Coaches at the NHPC like Grant Bradburn, Atiq uz Zaman and Co. He has been very vocal about his desire to get rid of Nadeem Khan, the existing domestic coaches.

We have pretty much heard about his verbal clashes with the PSL Owners and he has been very blunt with LQ's for persisting with a mediocre, non performing coaching set up and has also been very vocal with Nadeem Omar on why he keeps persisting with Moin Khan and Sarfaraz and has been dealing with them in a "Take it or Leave it" approach.

Now we are seeing the ramifications of his decision to unilaterally get the PCB out of the PTV Contract without any regard for the consequences i.e. PTV going to court, getting a stay order and putting the entire broadcast of the upcoming Pakistan West Indies series at risk.

I wonder how long will Imran Khan tolerate this gun firing that Ramiz has been indulging in the PCB in the last 2-3 months, i won't be surprised to see people putting pressure on him to either reign Ramiz in or to get rid of him.

Organizations in Pakistan want to only deal with yes-men. In a corrupt and incompetent country, no one wants to deal with a person who calls it like it is because they know that if merit is at the base of every decision, they'll be shown the door immediately. Even some of the fans are scared of ruffling some feathers and have become so change-averse; pretty sad to see.

In your post, you haven't mentioned one concrete debacle that has resulted from RR's policies. There is clash with the PSL owners, yes, but is that anything new? Has this not happened before? What has come of it? It is still under discussion, so why fret over it?

Same with the broadcasting issue - everyone knows how competent those running PTV are. Let the details of the case come out and then form an opinion. There has been no indication that the broadcast of the upcoming series is at risk... if something happens, then let's open that debate.

Pakistan cricket has been sidelined due to the appeasing nature of our policies all these years. It didn't take a second for NZ and ECB to pull out; showing how much they care for Pakistan cricket. Ramiz's approach is exactly what we need.

 

[PakLFC]

Here we go with the wrist slitters blaming Ramiz for NZ returning home and England canceling the tour. Such people will never be happy. Ramiz is doing okay...i am more in to the matches then the politics.

 

[MenInG]

Pakistan cricket has shown great promise with Ramiz Raja serving as chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board. While many have lauded the former Pakistan batter for bringing a positive change in cricket in Pakistan, there have been a few detractors along the way, one of which is the legendary Wasim Akram.

While Akram hasn't been openly critical of Raja, he has dropped subtle hints that he may not be entirely be on board with his former Pakistan teammate's running of things. Not too long ago, when only a handful of spectators turned up for a T20I between Pakistan and West Indies, Akram indirectly pointed finger at Raja for the empty stadium fiasco.

"Incredibly sad to see an empty stadium in Karachi for the #PAKvWIt20 especially after the performance of Pakistan Team in the last month. I’m pretty sure I know why but I want to hear from you! Tell me, where is the crowd and why??," Akram had tweeted, with the ‘you’ indicating towards Raja.

Akram took another small dig at the PCB chief, when a reporter asked the former Pakistan captain who is responsible for promoting or demoting players participating in the upcoming edition of the Pakistan Super League.

The PSL features players drafted in different categories – Diamond, Gold and Silver. When Kamran Akmal refused to play the PSL after being demoted to the lowest category, Akram clarified saying that it is the PCB and not the respective teams that make the call.

When the reported asked: "We have heard that Ramiz Raja made the call to promote/demote players," Akram said: "I don't know, probably. Well, PCB is Ramiz, so probably yes."

During a recent press conference featuring Raza, another reporter brought up Akram's 'PCB is Ramiz' comment to the board president, to which the 59-year-old quipped saying: 'There is no two ways about it. What other question do you have?"

https://www.hindustantimes.com/cric...her-question-do-you-have-101640266904048.html

 

[Saj]

According to reports PCB Chairman will decide the fate of 22 high-paid executives officers at a meeting with the PCB Patron on January 20 or 21. Ramiz Raja has received approval from higher-ups in this regard.

 

[MenInG]

According to reports PCB Chairman will decide the fate of 22 high-paid executives officers at a meeting with the PCB Patron on January 20 or 21. Ramiz Raja has received approval from higher-ups in this regard.

Wouldn't be surprised if some jump before being pushed.

 

[Savak]

According to reports PCB Chairman will decide the fate of 22 high-paid executives officers at a meeting with the PCB Patron on January 20 or 21. Ramiz Raja has received approval from higher-ups in this regard.

Who are these high paid executive officers?

 

[Bewal Express]

According to reports PCB Chairman will decide the fate of 22 high-paid executives officers at a meeting with the PCB Patron on January 20 or 21. Ramiz Raja has received approval from higher-ups in this regard.

What do these people do? Every single worker for the PCB must have an impact on PK cricket, what do these guys do?

 

[Saj]

Who are these high paid executive officers?

I'm sure the names will be revealed in due course.

 

[moghul]

Pakistan cricket has shown great promise with Ramiz Raja serving as chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board. While many have lauded the former Pakistan batter for bringing a positive change in cricket in Pakistan, there have been a few detractors along the way, one of which is the legendary Wasim Akram.

While Akram hasn't been openly critical of Raja, he has dropped subtle hints that he may not be entirely be on board with his former Pakistan teammate's running of things. Not too long ago, when only a handful of spectators turned up for a T20I between Pakistan and West Indies, Akram indirectly pointed finger at Raja for the empty stadium fiasco.

"Incredibly sad to see an empty stadium in Karachi for the #PAKvWIt20 especially after the performance of Pakistan Team in the last month. I’m pretty sure I know why but I want to hear from you! Tell me, where is the crowd and why??," Akram had tweeted, with the ‘you’ indicating towards Raja.

Akram took another small dig at the PCB chief, when a reporter asked the former Pakistan captain who is responsible for promoting or demoting players participating in the upcoming edition of the Pakistan Super League.

The PSL features players drafted in different categories – Diamond, Gold and Silver. When Kamran Akmal refused to play the PSL after being demoted to the lowest category, Akram clarified saying that it is the PCB and not the respective teams that make the call.

When the reported asked: "We have heard that Ramiz Raja made the call to promote/demote players," Akram said: "I don't know, probably. Well, PCB is Ramiz, so probably yes."

During a recent press conference featuring Raza, another reporter brought up Akram's 'PCB is Ramiz' comment to the board president, to which the 59-year-old quipped saying: 'There is no two ways about it. What other question do you have?"

https://www.hindustantimes.com/cric...her-question-do-you-have-101640266904048.html

Pure jealousy , nothing else from Akram. Either he was eying on the job what Ramiz got or was expecting some other role which he didn't get . He should realize Ramiz is far more qualified and educated for the job.

 

[Ismailtoca]

Tbh, I am not sure what ramiz has done in his tenure to date.

Wasim Khan had made significant changes and we do see some of the results that his tenure brought in. Was a big fan of him.

 

[BunnyRabbit]

I'm sure the names will be revealed in due course.

I hope they are the pointless posts where polar bears are hibernating and collecting cheques.