Inzamam-ul-Haq has raised concerns over the decline in Pakistan cricket, attributing it to poor decision-making and frequent changes in the PCB. He emphasised the need for a proper strategy and consistent planning to improve performance. Inzamam also supported Babar Azam, urging the board to trust the management and players to address issues collaboratively.
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