WEB DESK: Former cricketer Rashid Latif has raised concerns over the merit-based selection of the Pakistan cricket team.
In a recent statement, former Pakistani cricketer Rashid Latif has expressed his concerns regarding the selection process of the national cricket team, questioning the validity of a merit-based approach. Latif’s remarks come in the wake of ongoing debates surrounding team formation and selection criteria established by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
Latif stated, “How can the team’s selection be based on merit when the PCB chairman himself was not appointed on merit?” This comment has sparked discussions among fans and cricket analysts alike, as the integrity of the selection process is under scrutiny.
PCB has faced criticism in the past for its handling of player selections, with many observers calling for increased transparency and adherence to true meritocracy.
Latif’s comments highlight the wider issue of how leadership appointments within the PCB can impact the team’s performance and selection framework.
Former fast bowler Mohammad Amir also agreed, blaming Pakistan’s poor performance on weak leadership and a lack of accountability. The defeat has put more pressure on PCB, with many calling for changes in the selection process.
