Imran Khan frustrated over Pakistan’s loss to India, lashes out at PCB chairman
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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former Prime Minister Imran Khan expressed his frustration over the national cricket team’s poor performance in the ICC Champions Trophy, Aleema Khan quoted him as saying on Tuesday, as he highlighted that appointing individuals based on recommendations instead of merit would lead to the downfall of cricket in the country.
After a meeting with the PTI founder, his sister, Aleema Khan, spoke to the media, revealing that Imran Khan was particularly upset about the cricket match. “Imran Khan watched the match on PTV and was deeply disappointed by the loss. His anger was directed at cricket today,” Aleema Khan said.
She further mentioned that Khan had been visibly upset over the loss, commenting that “cricket would be ruined if recommended individuals are appointed to important positions.”
Imran Khan also highlighted the role of Mohsin Naqvi, who was appointed as the Chairman PCB, criticizing his actions and stating that Naqvi’s appointments had caused harm to Pakistan.
Aleema Khan added that Imran Khan had also pointed out Naqvi’s extensive hold on various key positions, saying, “No one in Pakistan holds as many positions as Mohsin Naqvi does.” Khan also remarked that under such poor leadership, a respectable person would have resigned by now, but Naqvi had not done so. “If asked, what experience does Naqvi have in cricket?” he questioned.
Regarding rumors about his health, Imran Khan dismissed them, clarifying that only party officials should speak about his health.
Aleema Khan confirmed that there was no truth to reports claiming Khan had collapsed, adding that her brother was in good health and had spoken to his children on Saturday, reassuring the family that he was fine.
She further clarified that PTI leader Qasim Khan Suri, who is currently abroad, was unaware of the situation. “There is a significant difference between reports from sources and face-to-face meetings,” she stated.
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