Inzamam backs Waqar as Pakistan coach
lahore: Pakistan batting legend Inzamam-ul Haq on Thursday backed Waqar Younis to be given another chance as the country's national cricket coach, saying he had proved his credentials in the past. Pakistan is looking for a permanent coach after former Australian batsman Dav Whatmore's two-year tenure ended in February. Fomer Test wicketkeeper and captain Moin Khan was appointed interim coach, but his two-month contract was not extended by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after a poor showing at the World Twenty20 last month. Waqar, who served as coach in 2010 and 2011, is favourite to take over and Inzamam said he was the right man for the job. "Pakistan team benefited during Waqar's last tenure so I think he is the best choice as he knows the players and is familiar with our culture," Inzamam told reporters.
Muhammad Akram removed made selector
Karachi: Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday removed Muhammad Akram as the bowling coach of the national team while giving him the fresh responsibilities of being a member of the national selection committee and head coach at the National Cricket Academy in lahore. As expected, Akram, a former Test pacer, was removed as bowling coach in the shake up in Pakistan cricket as the PCB also announced five members on the selection committee which is headed by former Test captain Moin Khan. The new members include former Pakistan players Saleem Yousuf, Wajahatullah Wasti, Shoaib Muhammad, Ejaz Ahmed and Muhammad Akram. The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Board. Agencies