[EXCLUSIVE] "We are far behind, can't compete with the world": Atiq-uz-Zaman

[The Bald Eagle]

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.

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.”

 

[GoUgandaCranes]

I will never understand why the mentors are being paid so heavily. Can anyone in PCB explain the rationale behind that or if asking about that is a crime?

 

[BouncerGuy]

The whole world knows that Pakistan is far behind but the only guys who are unaware of this fact are the ones sitting in PCB.