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In our latest exclusive interview, former Pakistan pace sensation Abdur Rauf delivers a bombshell assessment of Pakistan cricket's decline. With 695 first-class wickets yet just 8 international caps, Abdur Rauf pulls no punches on PCB's corruption, coaching failures, neglected grassroots, and the death of fast bowling.
Key revelations include:
PCB "Mafia" Culture: Rauf alleges that PCB functions like a closed mafia, where only those with personal connections or loyalty to certain individuals get opportunities. He says, "I haven’t been able to become a part of that mafia."
Neglect of Club Cricket: He highlights a critical issue — no PCB investment in club cricket over the last 20–25 years, blaming this for the decline in raw talent and strong domestic structure.
Shocking Coaching Scandal: Rauf claims many PCB-appointed coaches are “illiterate” and unqualified, yet are in charge of training and education programs, calling it a systemic disaster.
Fast Bowling Crisis: The once-great pace legacy is dying, according to Rauf, who blames the overemphasis on T20 cricket for destroying genuine fast bowling development pathways.
Disregard for Test Cricket: He accuses the board of sidelining Test cricket in favor of shorter formats, stating, "PCB has no priority for Test cricket," resulting in shorter series and underprepared players.
Corrupt Intentions of Chairmen: Rauf boldly claims that PCB chairmen enter office only to make money, describing a cycle where they “make money and leave”, without implementing sustainable change.
Watch the full interview:
Key revelations include:
PCB "Mafia" Culture: Rauf alleges that PCB functions like a closed mafia, where only those with personal connections or loyalty to certain individuals get opportunities. He says, "I haven’t been able to become a part of that mafia."
Neglect of Club Cricket: He highlights a critical issue — no PCB investment in club cricket over the last 20–25 years, blaming this for the decline in raw talent and strong domestic structure.
Shocking Coaching Scandal: Rauf claims many PCB-appointed coaches are “illiterate” and unqualified, yet are in charge of training and education programs, calling it a systemic disaster.
Fast Bowling Crisis: The once-great pace legacy is dying, according to Rauf, who blames the overemphasis on T20 cricket for destroying genuine fast bowling development pathways.
Disregard for Test Cricket: He accuses the board of sidelining Test cricket in favor of shorter formats, stating, "PCB has no priority for Test cricket," resulting in shorter series and underprepared players.
Corrupt Intentions of Chairmen: Rauf boldly claims that PCB chairmen enter office only to make money, describing a cycle where they “make money and leave”, without implementing sustainable change.
Watch the full interview:
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