NEW DELHI: Pakistan cricket has lost one of its most vibrant, controversial, and influential administrators with the passing of the indomitable Ijaz Butt in his hometown, Lahore. The cricketing world bid farewell to Butt on Wednesday at the age of 85, following health issues.
Ijaz Butt's legacy in Pakistan cricket is irreplaceable, as he not only represented the nation in eight Test matches but also held crucial administrative positions throughout his career. His contributions ranged from being a member of the 1987 Reliance World Cup organising committee to serving as the secretary of the Pakistan Cricket Board during the 1980s. Butt's journey continued with managing the senior team and finally culminated with him taking the helm of the PCB from 2008 to 2011, making an indelible mark on the sport.
