New Delhi, Feb 17 (NationPress) The chief of Pakistan's Army, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has expressed his dissatisfaction to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif regarding the management of the country's cricket board. This conversation arose following Pakistan's significant loss to India in the ongoing T20 World Cup, particularly the match held on February 15. Munir was notably critical of Mohsin Naqvi, the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, for his leadership.

Munir voiced concerns to Sharif about Naqvi's media interactions, stating, "He is all talk and no show.” This remark came after Naqvi proclaimed that “Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir never gets scared,” which seemed to further aggravate the army chief.

Naqvi's invocation of the army has raised eyebrows, especially given the cricket team's underwhelming performance against India once again. In Pakistan, cricket is not just a sport; it is regarded as a religion, and the populace does not take defeats lightly. The loss to India is perceived as a blow to national pride, resulting in public outcry over Naqvi's management.

During the recent Asia Cup, Naqvi made headlines when the Indian team declined to accept the victory trophy from him, leaving him to exit the ground with it—a move criticized by experts and fans alike.

While previous controversies around Naqvi were overlooked, the current situation has escalated to a point of concern for the army chief, indicating that action may be imminent. Munir and others in the army believe that Naqvi should either receive a stern warning from the government or be removed entirely.

Naqvi, known for his outspoken views against India, has made comments regarding the Pakistan Army that have not been well received. Army officials believe that Naqvi should have refrained from drawing the army into his statements and should focus solely on cricket administration.

Experts highlight that the defeat to India, especially amid ongoing tensions between the two nations, has embarrassed the Pakistan Army. Munir has made it clear to the Prime Minister that Naqvi is not fulfilling his duties effectively, with the cricket team performing poorly and lacking competitiveness.

In light of these issues, Munir’s dissatisfaction is compounded by the recent Operation Sindoor, which left the Pakistan Army in a difficult position. As the army strives to maintain a strong image, it appears that Naqvi's tenure at the board may be nearing its end, especially since the army chief himself has taken notice of the situation.