Takeaways From Ehsan Mani’s Press Conference

While talking to media a couple of days back, Chairman, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had some interesting things to say. So, here is a look at takeaways from Ehsan Mani’s press conference.

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Innings In Real Terms

Mani was of the view that his innings as the chairman PCB had actually begun in real terms now. He has some important decisions to make with regard to the appointment of selection committee and team management following Pakistan’s early exit from the world cup. Mani then is bound to attract media and public attention during the next few weeks. Nevertheless, owing to multiple reasons the task by no means seems simple and the chairman for sure, will have to face public pressure unless the men in green begin to deliver again.

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Cricket Committee’s Recommendations

The chairman also made clear that he will make his decisions after having a look at recommendations from the cricket committee. The cricket committee that was formed a few months back includes big names like former captains Wasim Akram, Misbah-ul-Haq etc.

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Hints At Major Changes

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Nevertheless, despite not making any obvious comment and despite reaffirming his desire to take recommendations from the cricket committee; Mani actually hinted at introducing major changes. It is worth mentioning here that media reports suggest that PCB has asked head coach to apply afresh. Thus, Ehsan Mani’s press conference sends a clear message and it seems like he has already made up his mind on sacking Mickey Arthur, Inzamam-ul-Haq and Sarfraz Ahmed and bringing in new people for key posts in Pakistan cricket.