PCB denies reports of Imran Khan's rejection of Majid Khan as CEO PCB [Update #20]

[MoJoJoJo]

LAHORE: Patron-in-chief of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) , Prime Minister Imran Khan, has turned down the proposal made by chairman PCB Ehsan Mani to appoint former legendary opening batsman Majid Khan as the chief executive of PCB, well informed sources told Dawn on Thursday.

Majid is Imran’s cousin and both have played lot of cricket for Pakistan together in the late 1970-80. Though Majid would have been the best choice for the CEO’s post according to critics and experts, the prime minister was reluctant to give any role to any of his close relatives.

Mani, in his maiden press conference held on Sept 4 after getting elected as PCB chairman, had expressed his concern over the trend of the Board chairman also enjoying the powers of chief executive - as done by previous chairman Najam Sethi. Mani said he is keen to see a separate post of chief executive assigned to a competent person.

Majid had acted as the Board’s chief executive in late Prime Mini*ster Benazir Bhutto’s tenure as well as in Nawaz Sharif’s earlier tenure. Majid was very vocal against the notorious trend of match-fixing at the time and took strict measures to fight the menace.

However, he was later replaced by Khalid Mahmood in Nawaz Sharif’s regime. Khalid went on to announce that he would not sideline any cricketer until he is proved guilty.

Unfortunately, though, the fixing trend caught on rapidly, leading at first to Pakistan’s stunning defeat in the World Cup 1999 against the then lowly-ranked newcomers Bangladesh and then to Australia in a lop-sided final. That compelled the PM Nawaz to set up a judicial commission under Justice (retd.) Malik Qayyum which dished out punishments and fines to many cricketers.

https://www.dawn.com/news/1431362/pm-imran-turns-down-manis-proposal-to-appoint-majid-as-ceo

 

[Syed1]

Excellent decision... would go unnoticed by jalaoo girao group led by Dr. M

 

[MenInG]

Excellent decision... would go unnoticed by jalaoo girao group led by Dr. M

One of the best candidates has been missed out.

 

[Boi]

Silly decision.

 

[barah_admi]

Any particular reason? Plus why is the PM deciding who is going to be CEO?

 

[topspin]

The only reason why I can see this has following Mani's proposal is either IK is worried it would reek of nepotism if his cousin held this CEO post or there is still bad blood between the two.

 

[Major]

What are the powers of CEO?

I believe someone could bring a modern touch to the running of PCB should be made CEO.

Why not Javed Afridi? This guy could commercialize the game much better then PCB. But for that i believe he will ahve to give his PSL shares

 

[OmarKhan99]

The only reason why I can see this has following Mani's proposal is either IK is worried it would reek of nepotism if his cousin held this CEO post or there is still bad blood between the two.

Imran Khan isn't that kind of an individual.

 

[angrypathan]

Good, opposition parties would have eaten him alive if Majid was appointed

 

[Major]

Good, opposition parties would have eaten him alive if Majid was appointed

it seems Imran can't stand pressure from opposition. First the Atif thing now this.

 

[The Googly]

Correct decision because nepotism would have been bought up and an equally good candidate can be appointed. No need for any panga - it’s not as if Majid would be the saviour.

 

[Pete Rose]

I do not know why Majid Khan not getting appointed be considered a loss. Its a big country, surely there are others.
We'll hear the tired trope of honest man who does not tolerate indiscipline: are we hiring for the military? are we hire a hostel administrator?

 

[Savak]

Majid Khan is out dated now. As it is he didn't do a stellar job in the PCB as Chairman, CEO in the 90's and was accused of letting his personal grudges come into the mix over those players who were close to IK.

 

[khan991]

Imran khan idol is his cousin majid khan according to many of his confidants. This is a very interesting decison.

 

[MMHS]

Mazid is too polished person for such a role and he must be 70+ now. I think, it's blessing in disguise, may be his son is better candidate by now.

Don't think appointing CEO or not matters much as long as the roles and scope/authority is defined. At current model, don't think CEO can do much more than reading out Chairman's views. Ideally, now Mani should first reorganize PCB organization structure, define roles & scopes of CEO (& his team), define relationship with BoG & Chairman - then he should go for hiring the best available guy under certain criteria. Hand picking Majid might look like an eye wash to show lots of "positive intention & initiative", but it won't bring much result.

Ehsan Mani posses highest level of experience in Corporate governance, he knows what to do & how - question is, will he do that, which'll reduce his (Chairman PCB's) influence on day to day operation & expenditure (once budget is approved) mostly?

 

[Savak]

What is the need for dummy position in the PCB? Just appoint one person in charge and hold him accountable if he doesn't deliver period.

 

[mmkextreme_1]

What are the powers of CEO?

I believe someone could bring a modern touch to the running of PCB should be made CEO.

Why not Javed Afridi? This guy could commercialize the game much better then PCB. But for that i believe he will ahve to give his PSL shares

Javed Afridi would be a disaster in the PCB. They should appoint someone who isn't trying to be a star among the fans.

 

[Arham_PakFan]

Good decision.Bazid Khan would be a better choice.CEO should not necessarily be a former cricketer

 

[Markhor]

Imran dropping Majid again

I don't see the point of recycling faces from the past - we need fresh faces to look at the situation. If anything, I'd want Bazid in the role...

 

[MenInG]

https://www.pcb.com.pk/press-releas...denies-story-on-ceo-appointment-proposal.html

Lahore September 7: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) strongly denies the story carried today by Daily Dawn Newspaper titled ‘PM Imran turns down Mani’s proposal to appoint Majid as CEO.’

There is no truth in the story; PCB Chairman Mr. Ehsan Mani has made no request or contacted Patron-in-Chief, Prime Minister Imran Khan for the appointment of Mr. Majid Khan as Chief Executive Officer (CEO.)

Meanwhile, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Governing Council is intact with Mr. Ehsan Mani as the Chairman, the rest of the committees are being reconstituted. The announcement in this regard would be made in due course.

 

[Bilal Ahmad15]

Have a few questions

What is the role of CEO in PCB
What makes a good CEO for PCB
Who is the best choice for PCB CEO right now?
Please, someone, reply to me

 

[MenInG]

Have a few questions

What is the role of CEO in PCB
What makes a good CEO for PCB
Who is the best choice for PCB CEO right now?
Please, someone, reply to me

Put simply

The Chairman PCB along with the BoG formulates the policies for the PCB

The CEO is tasked with implementing those policies and report back to the Chairman once he has done his job

 

[Shafi]

Need to kick out Basit as soon as possible. He is the worst among the lot.

 

[Abid Z]

I think somebody younger and more from the private sector heading a commercial enterprise is suited to this position. I still remember what a breath of fresh air lord mclaurin was for English cricket when it was in the doldrums. Somebody like that would be a real asset.

 

[PakLFC]

So PM IK is making cricketing decisions?

 

[Majid Khan]

So PM IK is making cricketing decisions?

Exactly these politicians should stick to politics and leave cricket to those who know the game, I mean this new PM acts like he himself played test cricket, took 350+ test wickets, won a World Cup and is second only to Sobers as the greatest all rounder ever -- these politicians should stick to their own field.

 

[wrongun]

Needs to avoid appearance of nepotism. Shows wisdom imo as acknowledging that you cannot be sure your judgement wouldn't be compromised (even if you try not) where a close relative is concerned.

 

[PakLFC]

Exactly these politicians should stick to politics and leave cricket to those who know the game, I mean this new PM acts like he himself played test cricket, took 350+ test wickets, won a World Cup and is second only to Sobers as the greatest all rounder ever -- these politicians should stick to their own field.

IK surely knows the game but being a PM he has many greater things to worry about then Cricket. IK's priority is no longer Cricket when there is so much else going on. The PCB who he is supposed to put in order has to appoint the correct people not Imran Khan, personally. No where else does a PM appoint managers of coaches other then Pakistan. It's plain stupid.

 

[PakLFC]

A PM should never directly choose or influence who manages or coaches a sporting side. Never heard of Theresa May even expressing her views on English Football or Cricket let alone suggesting or putting forward a name. As IK often speaks of the UK being an example let him remember this.

 

[Mamoon]

Exactly these politicians should stick to politics and leave cricket to those who know the game, I mean this new PM acts like he himself played test cricket, took 350+ test wickets, won a World Cup and is second only to Sobers as the greatest all rounder ever -- these politicians should stick to their own field.

The constitution does not say that the PM can influence the PCB (beyond his role as a patron) if he is a former successful cricketer.