Pakistan coach denies knowledge of PCB tour threat
Pakistan coach Sarfaraz Ahmed said players did not know about a reported PCB threat to end the Lord's Test over a Sky interview with Imran Khan's sons.
Pakistan head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed said he and his players were unaware of a reported PCB threat to withdraw from the Lord's Test over a Sky Sports interview. The interview featured Imran Khan's sons discussing their father's situation. Sarfaraz stated the team learned of the controversy during lunch on the first day.
Pakistan players returned to the field after lunch and the Test continued without interruption. England ended the second day in a strong position. The PCB lodged a formal complaint with Sky Sports after the 18-minute interview conducted by former England captain Mike Atherton.
Pakistan-born Australia opener Usman Khawaja described the PCB's complaint as a joke.
CricHubb Take
The disconnect between board and team over the Sky interview reveals a gap in communication that could affect Pakistan's preparation for remaining Tests.