Zaka Ashraf ‘resigns’ as PCB Management Committee head

The resignation of Zaka Ashraf opens the door for the appointment of a new chairman.

ISLAMABAD: Zaka Ashraf, the Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) Management Committee, has tendered his resignation from the position.

According to media reports, Zaka Ashraf has stepped down from his responsibilities as Chairman of the PCB Management Committee and as a member of the Board of Governors. In his statement, Ashraf emphasized that he had been working towards the betterment of cricket, but the current circumstances make it impossible for him to continue in his role.

Zaka Ashraf also mentioned that he is resigning from his position, leaving it to the Prime Minister to nominate a suitable candidate for the role. His decision to step down is seen as a move aimed at facilitating a fresh leadership approach for the PCB.

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Ashraf, who has been actively involved in cricket administration, expressed his commitment to the improvement of the sport during his tenure. However, he acknowledged the need for a change in leadership to address the evolving challenges faced by Pakistani cricket.

The resignation of Zaka Ashraf opens the door for the appointment of a new chairman who can bring fresh perspectives and strategies to navigate the complex landscape of international and domestic cricket.

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Cricket enthusiasts and stakeholders are now keenly watching the developments to see who the Prime Minister nominates as the new leader for the PCB. The change in leadership comes at a critical juncture, and the cricket community is hopeful that the new chairman will steer Pakistan cricket towards continued success and progress on both national and international fronts.