Former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Yousuf has congratulated Sarfaraz Ahmed on his likely appointment as Pakistan’s red-ball coach, stressing that structural reform, rather than individual appointments, holds the key to lasting progress in Pakistan cricket.
In a message posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, Yousuf wrote: “Congratulations to Sarfraz Ahmed on his new role. But let’s be honest, simply swapping names will not bring meaningful change."
Congratulations to Sarfraz Ahmed on his new role. But let’s be honest simply swapping names will not bring meaningful change. Real progress in Pakistan cricket will come only when the structure is revamped, the system is strengthened, and merit, transparency, and long-term…
— Mohammad Yousaf (@yousaf1788) March 4, 2026
Real progress in Pakistan cricket will come only when the structure is revamped, the system is strengthened, and merit, transparency, and long-term planning are institutionalised. The issue has never been individuals alone. Until the structure is reformed, leadership changes will remain cosmetic.”
