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PCB Mulls Pulling Players from England Test After Sky Interview with Imran Khan’s Sons
WHY IT MATTERS
The PCB’s potential withdrawal could disrupt the Test series schedule, alter player availability, and force England to adjust its opposition strategy for the match.
What happened
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is considering withdrawing its players from the upcoming Test match against England after Sky aired an 18‑minute interview with Imran Khan’s sons, Kassim and Suleman. Former England skipper Mike Atherton conducted the interview, during which the two expressed concerns about the well‑being of their 73‑year‑old father.
The PCB’s reaction follows the airing of the interview, prompting the board to evaluate the impact on the scheduled Test series.
If the board proceeds with a withdrawal, Pakistani players would be absent from the match, potentially requiring a reshuffle of the series schedule and affecting the composition of the England side’s opposition.
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PCB considered pulling players out of Test against England after Sky aired interview with Imran Khan’s sons
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