Ex-Pakistan Spinner Mushtaq Ahmed Hesitant to Take PCB Coaching Job Over Sackings

Former Pakistan leg-spinner Mushtaq Ahmed has admitted he would feel apprehensive about accepting any coaching assignment with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), pointing to the organization's relentless history of hiring and firing support staff at short notice.

The PCB has developed a reputation for extreme volatility in its management and coaching hierarchies, with multiple head coaches, selectors, and support staff cycling through the national team setup over recent years.

Speaking about the unstable environment within the national administration, the 54-year-old World Cup winner highlighted that the severe lack of job security makes high-profile roles under the board deeply unattractive for established cricket professionals.

"They sack you here and there," Mushtaq noted, emphasizing how sudden operational shifts leave coaches exposed without sufficient time to implement structured development programs or build long-term tactical strategies.

Mushtaq, who has previously served in high-profile coaching setups including England and Bangladesh, noted that international coaching requires clear backing and administrative patience to yield sustainable results on the field.

The frequent overhaul of leadership has drawn widespread criticism from former players and analysts, who argue that Pakistan's inconsistent performances in major ICC tournaments are a direct symptom of off-field turbulence.

Despite his vast wealth of experience and passion for Pakistani cricket, Mushtaq indicated that unless the board establishes a secure work culture and structured continuity, top-tier coaches will remain hesitant to step into the hot seat.