The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is facing criticism over a potential conflict of interest after former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq revealed that he is working as a consultant for Peshawar Zalmi during the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) season. The disclosure has raised questions about whether his role violates PCB regulations governing the conduct of officials and former employees.
Misbah-ul-Haq, who previously served as Pakistan's head coach and chief selector, acknowledged his consultancy role with the Peshawar-based franchise. Critics and observers have pointed out that PCB rules may restrict former officials from taking up positions with PSL franchises within a certain period after leaving their official roles, raising concerns about a potential breach of those guidelines.
The PCB has not issued a formal public statement clarifying whether Misbah's consultancy arrangement was approved or whether it constitutes a violation of board policy. The controversy has prompted calls for greater transparency from the board regarding its conflict-of-interest rules and how they are enforced across all stakeholders in the PSL ecosystem.
The PSL, one of the premier Twenty20 cricket leagues in the world, has grown significantly in stature and commercial value in recent years. Governance concerns such as this one, observers note, risk undermining the credibility of the tournament if not addressed promptly and transparently by the PCB.
