“I will not deny it. Yes, I have had some discussions with the board and I am interested in playing a major role in Pakistan cricket. But nothing is decided as yet,I live a very comfortable life?I played cricket on my terms but now I have settled down. But I am ready to leave this comfort and try to put my neck on the line for the PCB..I am not afraid others give advice. I will give time if the opportunity arises,”

We need to start having players who have the same mindset that our greats like Javed Miandad, Wasim Akram, or Mushtaq Muhammad had.

“The fast bowlers should not have muscular gym-toned bodies but ones that is cricket specific. I want to have 15 players who are brands and stars and this can only be possible if they feel secure and can win matches with their performances.”

“This mindset had to be changed. I believe that If had been with the team there was no way we would have lost the first test to England after reducing them to top 117 for five?aggression is necessary in top cricket.”

“I have always believed in making tough decisions and people will back you.”

“Everyone’s career has to end sometime. As a coach, he has to change his mindset. Play another two to three Haider Alis.”

“Tell me what I am supposed to say.  Kohli is not just a top batsman but has around 70 plus international centuries. He as captain has built a formidable pace unit and they are winning matches for India. So how can I criticize him for anything tell me?

“Take for example Jasprit Bumrah. He has improved so much what do I say about his performances?

Excerpts from Youtube channel Cricket Baaz