As the results have been declared, Imran Khan has put forward a political and economic agenda for the public in his latest speech, and the entire nation is in awe. Pakistan is now looking forward to a plethora of changes in the countrywide framework, and Pakistanis are anxiously waiting for the promised tabdeeli.
Moving on, a rather shocking rumor has taken over the Pakistani Twitterverse. Besides commending Imran Khan for his powerful words, a lot of backlash and mixed emotions have emerged from this recent rumor.
Wasim Akram is “allegedly” being considered to replace Najam Sethi as the PCB Chairman.
Chances of Wasim Akram to be appointed Pcb new chairman 😉 #Naya_Pakistan #ElectionResults2018 #ImranKhan pic.twitter.com/Rxy0vE0sAs
— Zain Hanif Meo (@ZA10Official) July 27, 2018
People cannot stop sharing the “news.”
Wasim Akram poised to replace Najam Sethi As PCB Chief pic.twitter.com/zHkJmQEZhq
— HaLar Soomro (@halarsoomroPk) July 27, 2018
The news has not been confirmed as of yet. No remarks have been made from PTI’s end so this is all just a rumor for now. Don’t get too excited or heated, please.
But seems like Najam Sethi’s “chirya” got a hint of the rumor before anyone else as he took to Twitter himself to state the following:
IK may have embraced the Miltablishment as a tactical move but sooner rather than later he will start to challenge the conventional wisdom of the national security state… Meanwhile, let us not spoil their honeymoon with grudging digs and pin pricks. https://t.co/kmOahuhpEm
— Najam Sethi (@najamsethi) July 27, 2018
Like this man states, it is “predicted” to be the case.
Najam Sethi to be removed from his post as the chairman of PCB.
PTI wants to place someone who has no involvement with the political parties and has been an actual cricket player.Well, Waseem Akram is highly ‘predicted’ to be the chairman of PCB now.
— Az. (@jiaazzz) July 27, 2018
People are confused about the new government’s set of priorities
First act as Prime Minister: sack Najam Sethi?
— cyril almeida (@cyalm) July 25, 2018
Regardless of his political affiliations, Pakistani’s are not ready to let go of Najam Sethi
As much as I dislike Mr @najamsethi,
I wish IK retains him at PCB for now (as long as Pak team performs well).
Will prove his seriousness in ‘no inteqam’ pledge (in victory speech).
If Pak team performance suffers or PCB affairs decline, then he may be replaced later on— خانہ بدوش (@Wuzgar) July 28, 2018
His efforts to bring cricket back home have been appreciated
In Naya Pakistan Imran khan will make Wasim Akram PCB chairman because he is his bff and will remove Najam sethi who has done so much to bring Pakistani cricket back on track
— Fiza (@xo_leem) July 27, 2018
And they are making sure their message gets across
I’d be disappointed if Imran removed @najamsethi from the PCB.
Forget the politics. Najam’s tenure has been brilliant for Pakistan.
He is the one who has brought cricket home.
— Kaptaan Dennis (@DennisCricket_) July 26, 2018
Some think it’s an act of political victimization rather than a merit-based decision
Didn’t IK say in his first public address after the election that there would be no political victimization of opponents?
Why then is there talk of removing Najam Sethi from the PCB — whether you like or dislike him you can’t deny the fact that he has done much for Pak cricket
— omar r quraishi (@omar_quraishi) July 27, 2018
Oof…
Seems like Najam Sethi’s hard work has paid off.
.@ImranKhanPTI should not remove Najam Sethi from Chairman PCB seat. He has a lot of contributions in PSL & bringing game back. Decisions should not be taken over political rivalry! Rather performance should be the criteria. @najamsethi should be given some time to prove himself.
— عبداللہ (@SaidByAbdullah) July 28, 2018
Many want him to complete his tenure in all his glory
Removing Najam Sethi as chairman PCB – after knowing how he launched PSL and worked for return of international cricket – won’t be a wise move.
I sincerely hope that PTI/Imran Khan would let him complete his tenure.— Faizan Lakhani (@faizanlakhani) July 27, 2018
Things got more heated when Zulfi Bukhari pitched his two cents on the matter
Hmmmmmhttps://t.co/DFj9EpNa0H
— Kaptaan Dennis (@DennisCricket_) July 28, 2018
And that’s when people REALLY lost it
And who the hell is Zulfi Bukhari to threat Najam Sethi to resign, that too on National TV. Is this the Naya Pakistan!!! https://t.co/TSdF3qa13M
— Amna Akram Butt (@iam_AmnaAB) July 28, 2018
They did not want to pay heed to his comments
Cricket has never been better than it is with @najamsethi . Zulfi Bukhari is not a #Pakistani citizen . @ImranKhanPTI should take notice of this
— Sarwat Ali (@sonisarwat) July 28, 2018
Ulta, people started giving suggestions to Imran Khan.
I think @ImranKhanPTI should not remove Najam Sethi he is doing well. Maybe guide him ? #PCB #PTI #ElectionPakistan2018 #ImranKhanPrimeMinister
— Khurram Dawood (@KhurramDawood) July 28, 2018
Some people have different suggestions for Sethi saab as well
Hey!!!! RESIGN from PCB gracefully!!! Leave before u r made to leave!!! PCB appointments will be on merit now
— Hira (@HiraShah163) July 27, 2018
And some aren’t as polite while giving those suggestions…
Sir be ready to find another job as you are not on merit.
— Rana Eijaz Ahmad (@ranaeijaz) July 28, 2018
Yeah…
Once again, this is all up in the air at the moment. While we wait for some solid news, let us know: what’s your take on the matter? Would you be supporting the switchover IF it takes place? Do let us know.
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