The experts appointed by BCCI need to do their job: Mohammad Kaif reacts to VVS Laxman’s statements

Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif reacted to VVS Laxman’s statement suggesting that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is struggling hard to hire people. Notably, the Indian cricketing board has found itself in hot waters considering the piling injuries of senior cricketers as well as domestic players. Reports suggest that as of now a total of 13 star players, including the likes of Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, Sai Sudharsan, etc, are undergoing rehabilitation at the Centre of Excellence (CoE).

Recently, former cricketer and Head of CoE, VVS Laxman addressed the media and admitted that the board is struggling to hire the right people at CoE. However, his statements as well as the way the Indian board is managing players’ injuries didn’t sit well with former player Kaif, and he made a blunt criticism of the same.

"There was a statement from VVS Laxman that they had approached several people. Those things were being worked out, but at the last minute, they turned it down. So, what I am trying to say is that whatever is happening needs to be fixed. I am not an expert on this. The experts appointed by the BCCI need to do their job. But I am telling you that it is having a significant impact," Kaif said on his YouTube channel.

Mohammad Kaif Reveals He Was Left Surprised by Laxman’s Statement

Kaif also went on to say that there are so many professionals who want to work with the BCCI. He also went on to say that the board has money, which they can use to hire anyone. "Now, I am surprised because so many people are eager to work with the BCCI. We have so much money that if we call someone, they will come running. They do, don't they? Just look at the players. Players leave their countries' matches to come and play in the IPL. They come, don't they?,” Kaif said.

“So, I was a little surprised that we haven't been able to work things out with some of the world's best physiotherapists and medical professionals and get them to work with the BCCI. I am surprised because we pay so much. We offer such good contracts. If someone comes and works here, they are bound to make a lot of money. They get paid very well," he went on to say.