Mohsin Naqvi and Gary Kirsten (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi on Monday hit back at allegations leveled by former head coach Gary Kirsten, who alleged that there was considerable “interference” during his short tenure in Pakistan cricket.Naqvi, who was addressing a press conference at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, was asked about Kirsten’s remarks. He said he had “limited involvement” with Kirsten during his time as coach.
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