PCB chairman accused of corruption over Asia Cup jerseys

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has hit a fresh setback as chairman Mohsin Naqvi has been accused of corruption over Pakistan's Asia Cup jerseys. Notably, former Pakistan cricketer Atiq-uz-Zaman has accused the PCB chairman of approving low-quality jerseys for the Men in Green.

Atiq-uz-Zaman took to Twitter, where he pointed out that Pakistan players were sweating profusely during their games despite the PCB promising dry-fit kits. He also compared Pakistan players with other teams, who didn't even have a drop of sweat on their shirts because of high-quality products.

"Pakistan players are sweating through low-quality kits while others wear proper dry-fits. This is what happens when tenders go to friends, not professionals. Corruption dripping more than the sweat," wrote the former cricketer on his Twitter account.

Dry-Fit Kits and Atiq-uz-Zaman’s Career

"Dry-fit kits" in cricket mean cricket clothing that is made from advanced, moisture-wicking fabrics, which are designed to keep a player cool, dry and comfortable while in play. These fabrics work to actively pull moisture away from the skin and transmit it to the surface of the fabric, where the moisture wicks and evaporates quickly to avoid clinging and clamminess. Dry-fit kits are made of lightweight, breathable performance fabric (usually polyester) that facilitates good airflow and ventilation and often incorporates mesh in key areas to keep the player comfortable even under hot conditions. It also helps to avoid excessive sweating during play.

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Atiq-uz-Zaman, born on 30th November 1975, in Karachi, Sindh, is a former Pakistani cricketer who was a right-handed batsman and wicketkeeper. He represented Pakistan in one Test match in March 2000 and featured in three One Day Internationals (ODIs). In addition, he had a long domestic career with 13 teams, including Pakistan Customs, Habib Bank Limited, Karachi Blues, Karachi Whites, Khan Research Laboratories, and others. After retiring from playing, Atiq-uz-Zaman moved into coaching and, as of February 2023, was appointed head coach of the Germany national cricket team. He also played club cricket in England for St. Annes Cricket Club in Lancashire.