PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi trolled for ‘long queues at petrol pumps in India’ NEW DELHI: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi has come under fire online after he claimed that there is a fuel shortage in India while Pakistan itself is facing a worsening energy crisis. His remarks came at a time when PSL 2026 matches are being held without spectators due to fuel shortages and security concerns linked to tensions in the Middle East.Fuel prices in Pakistan have risen sharply, by more than 40%, along with rising electricity costs. These challenges have already affected daily life and sporting events, including the Pakistan Super League.
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Riyan Parag on losing RR Vs. SRH, pitches and ‘baseless comparisons’ Naqvi made the comments while speaking to the media on whether fans would be allowed back into stadiums. Defending the situation by pointing to global conditions, he said: “Today I discussed with PSL team owners and PSL teams. Even Karachi (Kings) have asked, so I will meet the Prime Minister and ask him again what is possible, but we have to understand what is the scenario in the world, the oil crisis.”He further added, “We have been working for peace. We hope that peace will come soon. The prime minister is also working on it. We have a different attitude. There is an oil crisis in India and there are long queues at petrol pumps in India.”
Pakistani public reacts to Mohsin Naqvi’s claims
His comments quickly drew backlash, with many questioning their accuracy. In contrast, fuel prices in India remained stable and there were no widespread shortages.Social media users on both sides of the border reacted sharply. One wrote: “Mohsin Naqvi disrupts PSL crowds citing Pakistan’s fuel crisis – then claims India has long petrol queues while Pakistan doesn’t. PCB boss contradicts own tournament policy in one breath. That’s not strategy – that’s confusion masquerading as leadership.”
