Decline of our cricket: Urgent reforms needed

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Cricket, which is once proud of our nation, has faced a constant decline in recent years. Which was once a powerhouse that developed world -class capabilities is now struggling to compete at the highest level. This is not the result of spiral accidents, but the result of deep roots structural and systemic failures.

If immediate corrective measures are not taken, our cricket legacy may be in serious danger. For decades, the departmental cricket structure played a vital role in raising skills in Pakistan. We have a long list of legends that were either departmental cricket structure products or to improve world -class players by becoming part of it. The structure provided financial protection, competitive match experience, and a systematic path to international cricket.

With its renovation, opportunities for young and emerging players have diminished significantly. The absence of a systematic domestic circuit means that fewer players are being properly manufactured, which directly affects the quality of cricketers reaching the national team.

Opponents of the departmental cricket structure can argue that English and Australian cricket have been growing with the county and state teams for decades. However, it is important to admit that these counties and states have always been financially strong.

Each player should understand that his place in the team has earned through performance, not credibility. Although continuity in the cricket team is very important and cannot be ignored, it should never come at the expense of accountability.

Past brightness should be liked, but they cannot act as a guarantee of choice – only the players’ permanent performance and impact should determine their future in the team. Another important flaw in the selection process is that success in one form translates into another.

Each format demands a different skill set, mood and approach. Without considering these differences, the choice of players is incompetent, where experts are neglected in favor of all format elections.

The time has come that key stakeholders have recognized cricket as a game of skill but also as a mental power. Unfortunately, many of our players come from the background where they have limited access to their education, which, especially in terms of mental flexibility, can hinder their ability to evaluate and analyze their strengths and weaknesses.

To identify this, a well -made training and development program should be introduced to enhance both the mental and emotional preparation of our players. In modern cricket, teams carefully plan for powerplay, middle over and death overs. Similarly, in Test cricket, players should learn to plan a game and take this game next session.

DRS has become an important aspect of the game, and it should be used smartly and responsibly. Available studies should be considered as a strategic lifeline for the team, not as personal opportunities for individual players.

The use of DRS requires a clear, unanimous consultation process, as the review opportunities are limited and it can be expensive if lost. In the last 15-20 years, the game of cricket has been dramatically developed. Teams now rely on analytics, aggressive tactics and dynamic sports plans. To be competitive, we should adopt modern cricketing philosophy, integrate sports science, and develop players who can be in line with the changing demands of the game.

The fall of our cricket team is not irrelevant, but it requires immediate reforms. Bringing back structural domestic system, implementing accountability and discipline, ensuring merit -based choices, and adopting modern -day cricketing demands. If these issues are solved with sincerity and determination, there is no reason why our team cannot re -claim to their right places in the best places in the world.