Islamabad: The Pakistan cricket team has been facing a string of controversy since its disappointing exit from the ICC World Cup 2023. The latest in this series of events is the appointment and subsequent dismissal of former Crickеt Salman Butt as a tеam advisor.
On Friday, Pakistan’s Chief Secretary, Wahab Riaz, appointed Butt as an advisor. However, the decision was met with immense criticism from fans and experts alike, who questioned Butt’s fitness for the role given his history of spot-fixing.
Butt was involved in a spot-fixing scandal in 2010, which led to a ban from Crickеt and a five-year jail sentence. His appointment as an advisor was seen as a disregard for the integrity of the game and an insult to the team’s fans.
Under mounting pressure, Wahab Riaz was forced to reconsider his decision and dismiss Butt from the position just a day after his appointment. This swift turnaround has further strengthened the turmoil within the Pakistan cricket team.
The controversy surrounding Salman Butt’s appointment highlights the deep-rooted issues within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The PCB’s failure to properly vet Butt before appointing him to a strategic position raises questions about its decision-making processes and its commitment to upholding the values of the game.
The events of the past few days have tarnished the image of the Pakistan cricket team and further damaged the morale of the players. The PCB needs to take immediate action to address the underlying issues and restore the integrity of the game.
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