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In our latest exclusive interview, former Pakistan pace sensation Abdur Rauf delivers a bombshell assessment of Pakistan cricket's decline. With 695 first-class wickets yet just 8 international caps, Abdur Rauf pulls no punches on PCB's corruption, coaching failures, neglected grassroots, and the death of fast bowling.
By Saj Sadiq (8th July 2025)
Key revelations include:
[*] PCB "Mafia" Culture: Rauf alleges that PCB functions like a closed mafia, where only those with personal connections or loyalty to certain individuals get opportunities. He says, "I haven’t been able to become a part of that mafia."
[*] Neglect of Club Cricket: He highlights a critical issue — no PCB investment in club cricket over the last 20–25 years, blaming this for the decline in raw talent and strong domestic structure.
[*] Shocking Coaching Scandal: Rauf claims many PCB-appointed coaches are “illiterate” and unqualified, yet are in charge of training and education programs, calling it a systemic disaster.
[*] Fast Bowling Crisis: The once-great pace legacy is dying, according to Rauf, who blames the overemphasis on T20 cricket for destroying genuine fast bowling development pathways.
[*] Disregard for Test Cricket: He accuses the board of sidelining Test cricket in favor of shorter formats, stating, "PCB has no priority for Test cricket," resulting in shorter series and underprepared players.
[*] Corrupt Intentions of Chairmen: Rauf boldly claims that PCB chairmen enter office only to make money, describing a cycle where they “make money and leave”, without implementing sustainable change.
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