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Intense lobbying and showcasing of qualifications marked the race for the prestigious role of PCB chairman in Pakistan. Current chairman of the Management Committee, Najam Sethi, met with PCB patron-in-chief Shahbaz Sharif to secure support, while former Chairman Zaka Ashraf engaged in discussions with Minister for Inter Provincial Coordination Ehsan Mazari, seeking his endorsement.
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Zaka Ashraf, backed by Chairman Asif Ali Zardari and Bilawal Bhutto of the PPP, highlighted his prior experience as PCB chairman during his meeting with Minister Mazari. Mazari assured Ashraf of his party’s complete support, aligning with the PPP’s policy.
The term of the PCB management committee is set to expire on June 21, and the Prime Minister’s office has nominated two individuals for the new PCB chairman position. Ashraf remains optimistic about his chances of being nominated for this influential role.
Mazari expressed reservations about Najam Sethi’s potential candidacy, emphasizing that Sethi’s role was limited to overseeing the electoral process of the board, raising concerns about a potential conflict of interest.
The final decision on the new PCB chairman will be made during a special meeting of the PCB Board of Governors. One of the nominated individuals will be selected for the position, which will have far-reaching implications for the future administration of Pakistan cricket.
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