*ISLAMABAD – Pakistani head coach Misbah ul Huq lands in his firstcontroversy as he signs deal with the PSL franchise Islamabad United.*
*Although he is cleared by Pakistan Cricket Board but yet against conflictof interest rule.*
*The newly appointed head coach and chief selector of the Pakistan cricketteam Misbah-ul-Haq has signed an agreement with Pakistan Super League’s(PSL) franchise Islamabad United.*
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has already given permission to Misbah towork in PSL. However, being a coach, Misbah can no longer join thefranchise as a player, but can be part of the management or coaching staff.As per reports, Misbah has reached a deal with the franchise, but it is notyet clear what responsibilities he will fulfill.
Under Misbah’s leadership, Islamabad United won the first edition of PSLSeason. After being associated with the Islamabad United for three years,Misbah went on to serve the Peshawar Zalmi as a player and mentor in thelast edition.
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Earlier, Misbah defended his decision to be part of the PSL while beinginvolved in the national team as well. “If you are dishonest, then you cando any wrongdoing if you want to, but if we see in a positive way, thatgetting involved in PSL you can closely watch all players, some are playingwith you some are playing against you,” said Misbah, while talking at the *PCBRadio Show*.
The PCB announced on Wednesday that former Pakistan captain Misbah has beenchosen as Pakistan men’s national team head coach in all three formats aswell the national chief selector on a three-year contract.
