Overview
- Akhtar told PTV Sports on Saturday that the claims were “fake,” that he has had no talks with PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, and that he is not interested in any formal role with the board.
- He said he is currently in Houston and cited his mother’s advice to stay away from PCB politics as a reason he will not accept an official appointment.
- Akhtar added he still wants to help Pakistan cricket but prefers to do so outside the Pakistan Cricket Board rather than by taking a job as chief selector.
- Pakistani outlets had reported that the PCB was considering a major overhaul of its coaching and selection setup after the 0-3 Test loss to England and named Akhtar as a leading candidate, including unconfirmed claims of meetings with Naqvi.
- There has been no official confirmation from the PCB about any appointments, and the episode underlines how rapid post-defeat speculation and media reports are shaping public debate about Pakistan cricket governance.