Inzamam-ul-Haq, the Chief Selector for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has raised concerns about selection matters and is reportedly considering resigning from his position, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Inzamam’s concerns revolve around player selection and squad composition, particularly related to the selection of a junior coach.
Sources suggest that one of the primary issues in these discussions has been Inzamam’s request for a monthly fee of 2.5 million rupees for a three-year contract. The relevant authorities have apparently accepted this demand, and an agreement has been reached.
During the Asia Cup matches held in Lahore, Inzamam had expressed his desire to have complete authority over No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for players participating in various leagues.
This time, his concerns appear to be centered around the selection process, and he has threatened to resign if these issues are not addressed.
It is noted that the PCB is eager to retain Inzamam due to the challenges in finding high-profile former cricketers to fill his role. They anticipate further negotiations in this regard. However, some board officials believe that there are numerous prominent cricketing figures within the country who could assume the role if Inzamam decides not to continue. Nonetheless, there is a prevailing sentiment that if he genuinely wishes to resign, he could do so without resorting to repeated threats.
Inzamam was appointed by the PCB on August 7, and within a month, he had issued two prior ultimatums of resignation. However, after a meeting with Zaka Ashraf, the Chief of the Management Committee, the issues were ultimately resolved.
