Subhan Ahmad steps down as Pakistan chief operating officer

Following more than 25 years with the PCB, Subhan believes it is an "appropriate time" to end his involvement with the governing body

The Pakistan Cricket Board have confirmed the departure of chief operating officer Subhan Ahmad.

Subhan has occupied the role for nine years but has worked as part of the PCB for more than a quarter-of-a-century.

Chief-executive Wasim Khan will distribute Subhan's responsibilities to another board member until a replacement is appointed.

"After more than twenty-five years with the PCB, it is an appropriate time for me to move on," he said.

"It has been a wonderful journey and an honour to represent the PCB at international forums as well as to contribute in the PCB’s transformation from a semi-professional to a thoroughly professional and one of the best-performing organisations of the country.

"I am grateful to all my colleagues and peers for their support and guidance, and the role they played in my development as a professional and progression from a junior officer to the Chief Operating Officer. 

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"Without their backing and patronage, I would not have achieved my career targets and objectives. I will remain a well-wisher of the PCB."

PCB Chairman Mr Ehsan Mani added: "Subhan has made outstanding contributions to the PCB with respect, humility and integrity. It is sad to see him depart.

"On behalf of the PCB, I thank Subhan for his untiring services and wish him well for the future. The PCB would like to continue to benefit from his experience and we will be discussing a role based on specific projects."

The news was confirmed following the 56th meeting of the PCB's Board Governors, during which a number of other issues were discussed.

It was revealed that talks are being held with Cricket Australia and the England and Wales Cricket Board regarding future tours to Pakistan.

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The country will host its first Test series since the Lahore shootings 10 years ago when Sri Lanka visit in December and additional series are being discussed.

PCB CEO Wasim also confirmed that the country remain on course to host the whole of the Pakistan Super League in 2020 for the first time.

Additionally, head coach and chief selector Misbah-ul-Haq has been given a vote of confidence by the PCB despite suffering a poor run of results since taking over.

Misbah's reign has already back-to-back T20 international series defeats first to an understrength Sri Lanka and then Australia.

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