Muazullah Khan Cricket Academy Faces Accusations of Unfair Access and Favoritism

Muazullah Khan Cricket Academy Faces Accusations of Unfair Access and Favoritism

Complaints surface regarding alleged preferential treatment given to certain “senior” players at the Muazullah Khan Cricket Academy, a government-run facility managed by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate.

Players affiliated with the Academy, along with their parents, have raised concerns about a lack of equal access and fairness in training privileges.

The crux of the complaint lies in the free entry granted to some senior players while others, including juniors, pay regular fees. This alleged favoritism reportedly extends beyond simply attending training sessions,

with free access to facilities and equipment throughout the day. Several players expressed frustration that this creates an uneven playing field, limiting opportunities for true talent development.

Specifically, concerns point to senior players with no past achievements beyond the Peshawar level enjoying these privileges. This, according to the aggrieved, overshadows genuine senior players, those who have reached international and first-class cricket, who may only use the facility occasionally. The free access reportedly allows “club players” to monopolized training time, leaving juniors with reduced opportunities to practice and hone their skills.

Furthermore, these accusations raise questions about the Academy’s potential exploitation of the situation. By granting certain players these benefits, they reportedly leverage their presence for self-promotion and publicity, neglecting the Academy’s broader purpose of fostering talent across all levels.

Players and parents urge the Director General of Sports, Abdul Nasar Khan, and the Administrator of Peshawar Sports Complex to investigate these claims and implement measures to ensure equitable access and transparency at the Academy. They advocate for a system based on merit and fair play, allowing all players, regardless of affiliation or background, to benefit from the Academy’s resources and infrastructure.