Mohsin Naqvi unhappy with Pakistan cricket's progress; set to review Shan Masood, Sarfaraz Ahmed's position over weekend

The Pakistan Cricket Board will review Test captain Shan Masood's future and the red-ball coaching setup after a 0-2 defeat to Bangladesh.

Updated on: Jun 10, 2026, 16:53:07 IST

Written by Probuddha Bhattacharjee

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Pakistan Cricket Board is set to review the future of Test captain Shan Masood and the team’s red-ball coaching setup after the 0-2 series defeat against Bangladesh, with PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi expected to attend a key meeting this weekend.

Masood’s captaincy has come under scrutiny after Pakistan’s disappointing result in Bangladesh, and the board is likely to decide whether he remains in charge for the upcoming tours of the West Indies and England. The defeat has added pressure on Pakistan’s red-ball structure at a time when the team has struggled for consistency across formats.

“The most important decision is about whether Shan Masood will continue as Test captain for the tours of West Indies and England,” a PCB official said as quoted by PTI.

Several selectors and board officials are in favour of giving Salman Ali Agha the Test captaincy. Salman is already leading Pakistan in white-ball cricket, and his elevation in the longest format would mark a significant leadership shift.

“Many selectors and some board officials believe it is time to give Salman Ali Agha the chance to lead the Test side now,” the source said.

Masood, however, is understood to be keen on continuing as Test captain. But the Bangladesh series result could work against him, especially with the PCB looking at broader changes before two important away assignments.

Younis Khan, Mohammed Hafeez in discussion

The coaching position is also under review. Pakistan’s red-ball coaching arrangement has not yet been finalised on a long-term basis, and former captain Younis Khan has emerged as a possible candidate for the role. Sarfaraz Ahmed may continue for the time being until the board reaches an agreement with Younis.

“For the time being it appears that Sarfaraz will remain until a deal is reached with Younis, who has always been a tough negotiator when it comes to holding any post in the board,” an official said.

Former Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez is also said to be among the options, although no final decision has been taken.

The upcoming meeting may also go beyond the captain and coach. Naqvi is reportedly unhappy with Pakistan cricket’s overall direction and wants structural changes inside the board. The PCB is expected to look at the issue of officials holding multiple roles, particularly within the selection setup.

Misbah-ul-Haq, Asad Shafiq, Sarfaraz and Aaqib Javed are part of the selection structure, while some officials also hold other responsibilities within the board. White-ball head coach Mike Hesson is also involved in selection matters.

“The situation will become clear by Saturday when the meeting is scheduled, but apparently Mohsin Naqvi wants changes as he is not satisfied with the overall progress of Pakistan cricket,” the official said.

The PCB may also discuss the appointment of a Director of International Cricket as part of the wider review. With Pakistan facing important tours after a heavy setback in Bangladesh, the meeting could shape the next phase of the team’s leadership and red-ball planning.

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Probuddha Bhattacharjee
Probuddha Bhattacharjee is a sports writer and analyst with expertise spanning cricket, football, and multi-sport events, with a strong emphasis on data-driven journalism and tactical storytelling. He currently focuses on international cricket, the Indian Premier League, global tournaments, and emerging trends shaping modern sport, blending advanced statistics with strong narrative context to explain performance, strategy, and decision-making. His work aims to bridge the gap between numbers and storytelling, helping readers understand not just what happened on the field, but the tactical and structural reasons behind it. Trained in data journalism through the Google News Initiative (GNI) Data Journalism Lab, Probuddha works extensively with ball-by-ball datasets, performance metrics, and trend-based modelling to produce evidence-backed reports, explainers, and long-form features. His analytical approach focuses not only on outcomes but also on process—selection strategies, phase-wise tactics, workload management, and the influence of preparation and planning on match results. He is particularly interested in how statistical patterns reshape conventional cricketing narratives and provide clearer tactical insight for modern audiences. Beyond cricket, Probuddha has written analytical and news-driven pieces on football and other major sporting events, with a growing interest in sports governance, scheduling dynamics, and the economics of elite competitions. He also tracks how rule changes, franchise structures, and broadcast pressures influence the evolution of contemporary sport. He has previously contributed to platforms such as OneCricket, Sportskeeda, and CrickTracker, and continues to specialise in analytical storytelling, live coverage, and audience-focused reporting. His work prioritises clarity, context, and credibility, while consistently exploring innovative ways to present data through accessible narratives and structured match analysis.Read More

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