Basit Ali Advises Aaqib Javed on Coaching Role
Former cricketer Basit Ali has advised Aaqib Javed, Pakistan’s men’s senior selector, against taking the role of men’s white-ball head coach. This advice follows Gary Kirsten’s resignation after six months in the position. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced that Test coach Jason Gillespie will temporarily fill the role during Pakistan’s upcoming tour of Australia, starting November 4, which includes three ODIs and three T20Is.
Basit Ali suggested that Aaqib should focus on his current role to strengthen Pakistan cricket, especially after the team’s recent success against England. He shared this advice on his YouTube channel, saying, “Don’t become the head coach. This is the best piece of advice I can give you. You’re doing well; keep it up.”
Fakhar Zaman’s Controversy
Basit also commented on the controversy involving Fakhar Zaman, who criticized the PCB’s decision to drop Babar Azam during a Test series against England. Fakhar was excluded from the PCB’s list of centrally contracted players due to fitness concerns, as stated by PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi. Basit urged Aaqib to address Fakhar’s situation, stating, “But one thing I will say is that Fakhar is facing injustice. If you address the issue, it will be resolved. A hero should not be treated like this.”
Doubts Revealed
Basit Ali -: Basit Ali is a former Pakistani cricketer who played for the national team. He is now involved in cricket as a coach and commentator.
Aaqib Javed -: Aaqib Javed is a former Pakistani cricketer and currently serves as the men’s senior selector for Pakistan’s cricket team. He is responsible for selecting players for the national team.
PCB -: PCB stands for Pakistan Cricket Board, which is the governing body for cricket in Pakistan. It manages the national cricket team and organizes domestic cricket competitions.
Gary Kirsten -: Gary Kirsten is a former South African cricketer and a well-known cricket coach. He recently resigned from his role as the men’s white-ball head coach for Pakistan’s cricket team.
Jason Gillespie -: Jason Gillespie is a former Australian cricketer and coach. He has been temporarily appointed as the head coach for Pakistan’s cricket team during their tour of Australia.
Fakhar Zaman -: Fakhar Zaman is a Pakistani cricketer known for his aggressive batting style. He was recently excluded from the PCB’s contracted players list, which means he won’t receive certain benefits and salary from the board.