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Pakistan Players Unhappy Over Removal Of Long-time Physio Cliff Deacon: Report

By IANS News May 27, 2026 • 14:34 PM View: 244

Exercise Medicine Javed Mughal: Several Pakistan players, particularly the fast bowlers, are reportedly unhappy with the removal of long-serving physio Cliff Deacon and have urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to reconsider its decision.

Deacon was omitted from Pakistan’s support staff for the upcoming ODI series against Australia national cricket team, with the PCB instead appointing Iftikhar Ahmed as team physio. The move has reportedly left several players frustrated, given Deacon’s long-standing association with the national side, according to a report by Telecom Asia.

The 45-year-old South African had been working with Pakistan since 2017 and was considered a highly respected figure within the dressing room, particularly among the pace bowlers who frequently dealt with workload and fitness concerns during packed international schedules.