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In this exclusive interview, Shahid Hashmi, one of Pakistan's most senior and respected journalists, offers a forensic analysis of the state of Pakistan cricket. He dissects the Test series draw against South Africa, the future of captain Shan Masood, the turbulent relationship between the PCB and Mohammad Rizwan, the public feud with Multan Sultans' owner — and much more.
Key topics include:
Weakness Against Spin: He bluntly states, "Ten years down the line, the same problem exists," pointing to Pakistan's enduring and "unresolved weakness against spin" as a systemic failure that continues to plague the side across generations of players.
Test Series Draw vs. South Africa: The drawn Test series is viewed through a critical lens, suggesting missed opportunities that could have secured a victory.
Shan Masood's Future: His outlook on Shan Masood's position is stark, asserting, "I think his future is not safe." This is a blunt assessment of the captain's security in the role.
Fielding Critique: The critique of Shan Masood's leadership on the field is encapsulated in the statement, "He didn't do anything out of the box." This suggests a lack of innovative or decisive tactical moves that could have turned the tide in crucial moments.
Mohammad Rizwan Relationship: He offers a challenging insight into the dynamics, stating, "Rizwan is a very, very difficult person to cope with." This suggests underlying tensions and communication difficulties between the player and the team management.
Multan Sultans' Prediction: The controversy is predicted to have devastating effects on the franchise's standing, with Hashmi stating, "Multan Sultans are now history in PSL." This suggests a belief that the fallout will permanently damage the team's position and legacy within the league.
Path Forward: His final overarching recommendation is that "Pakistan badly, badly needs a system." This is an urgent call for a clear, established, and sustainable structural blueprint to address the deep-seated issues facing the national game.
Watch the full interview with Saj here:
Key topics include:
Weakness Against Spin: He bluntly states, "Ten years down the line, the same problem exists," pointing to Pakistan's enduring and "unresolved weakness against spin" as a systemic failure that continues to plague the side across generations of players.
Test Series Draw vs. South Africa: The drawn Test series is viewed through a critical lens, suggesting missed opportunities that could have secured a victory.
Shan Masood's Future: His outlook on Shan Masood's position is stark, asserting, "I think his future is not safe." This is a blunt assessment of the captain's security in the role.
Fielding Critique: The critique of Shan Masood's leadership on the field is encapsulated in the statement, "He didn't do anything out of the box." This suggests a lack of innovative or decisive tactical moves that could have turned the tide in crucial moments.
Mohammad Rizwan Relationship: He offers a challenging insight into the dynamics, stating, "Rizwan is a very, very difficult person to cope with." This suggests underlying tensions and communication difficulties between the player and the team management.
Multan Sultans' Prediction: The controversy is predicted to have devastating effects on the franchise's standing, with Hashmi stating, "Multan Sultans are now history in PSL." This suggests a belief that the fallout will permanently damage the team's position and legacy within the league.
Path Forward: His final overarching recommendation is that "Pakistan badly, badly needs a system." This is an urgent call for a clear, established, and sustainable structural blueprint to address the deep-seated issues facing the national game.
Watch the full interview with Saj here:
