The Pakistan Cricket Board’s stance on employees taking up roles in Pakistan Super League franchises has come under scrutiny after former captain Misbah-ul-Haq revealed his consultancy association with Peshawar Zalmi.
At the start of the season, the Pakistan Cricket Board had barred Sarfaraz Ahmed and Wahab Riaz from associating with Quetta Gladiators. The board cited a policy stating that former cricketers drawing salaries from the PCB could not participate in the Pakistan Super League in any capacity, as it would constitute a conflict of interest.
However, Misbah justified his association with Zalmi while simultaneously serving as a paid national selector and batting consultant for the PCB.
“I had signed a contract with Zalmi before I became national selector, and I only work for them as a consultant on given days in a season,” Misbah told reporters while wearing the franchise’s kit.
When questioned about how he received PCB approval to feature in the PSL—while Sarfaraz and Wahab were prevented from joining Quetta Gladiators—Misbah maintained that his situation was different and that the board was best placed to clarify the matter.
Misbah, who has previously served as Pakistan’s head coach and chief selector, added that his involvement in the PSL benefits his role as a national selector by allowing him to closely monitor emerging talent.
“When you watch and observe players up close and see how they react in particular situations, it becomes easier to make decisions as a national selector,” he said.
The development has reignited debate over transparency and consistency in PCB policies, with observers calling for clearer guidelines to avoid potential conflicts of interest in the future.
