Waqar Younis likely to resign after Bangladesh debacle

Shayan Obaid Alexander, August 26 — Former Pakistan cricket star Waqar Younis is reportedly stepping down from his position as Advisor of Cricket Affairs to PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, just days after his appointment.

The surprising move comes amid internal resistance within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), with some officials, particularly from the International Cricket Department, reportedly hesitant to work alongside the former fast bowler.

Waqar’s tenure, which began with a joint press conference alongside Chairman Naqvi, has been short-lived, as he has not been seen at the PCB office for several days.

While the exact reasons for his departure remain unclear, sources suggest that the lack of cooperation from key PCB officials may have played a significant role in his decision to step down.

Despite speculation, Waqar’s decision is not believed to be connected to Pakistan’s recent loss in the Rawalpindi Test against Bangladesh. Instead, the PCB is expected to seek a replacement for the advisory role, as a job advertisement for the position was recently published.

Looking ahead, there are rumors that Waqar may transition to a mentoring role for a team in the upcoming Champions Cup, which is set to begin next month. As the situation develops, the cricketing community will closely watch what’s next for the legendary pacer.

-prosports