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Ex-Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik steps down as PCB Domestic Cricket Mentor; here's why
Former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shoaib Malik submitted his resignation to the Pakistan Cricket Board a couple of weeks ago but intends to fulfill his contractual obligations until the Mohsin Naqvi-led board finds a replacement. read more
Shoaib Malik last played for the Pakistan cricket team in November 2021 during the tour of Bangladesh, shortly after the T20 World Cup. Reuters
Former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shoaib Malik has stepped down from his role as Domestic Cricket Mentor with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Malik mentioned the growing demands of his personal and professional life as the reason behind his decision, which he announced on social networking platform X on Wednesday.
'Two weeks ago, l informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) of my decision to step down from my role as Domestic Cricket Mentor after much consideration and submitted my formal resignation in writing.
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'This was not an easy choice, but after reflecting on my commitments, I realised that juggling multiple responsibilities would prevent me from giving my best — both to Pakistan cricket and to my other priorities,' Malik wrote on X.
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Malik was among the five domestic mentors appointed by the PCB in August last year. Waqar Younis, Misbah-ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq and Sarfaraz Ahmed are the other former cricketers who had been appointed to the role, all of them on three-year contracts.
A report on Geo News, however, mentions all five mentors have been removed by the PCB less than a year after their appointment with the board eyeing a complete overhaul in its preparation for future domestic and international events.
Malik thanks PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi, ex-teammate Wahab Riaz
The 43-year-old, who last represented the Pakistan team in November 2021, added that he will continue fulfilling his contractual obligations until the PCB appoints a successor before the next domestic season. He also thanked PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi as well as former teammate Wahab Riaz, who currently serves as the Director of Champions Events with the PCB.
'I will fulfill my contractual obligations as planned, allowing the PCB ample time to appoint a new Mentor well ahead of the next season,' Malik, who had made a couple of appearances for Quetta Gladiators in the Pakistan Super League recently, continued in his statement.
'I am deeply grateful to PCB Chairman Mr. Mohsin Naqi, the PCB executive team, my former teammate and Director of Champions Events Wahab Riaz, my coaching staff at the Stallions, and, most importantly, the players who entrusted me with the opportunity to share my knowledge.
'Working with some of Pakistan's most talented cricketers has been an immensely fulfilling experience, one I will always cherish.
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'I wish the PCB and everyone involved continued success. Cricket runs in my blood, and I remain committed to supporting Pakistan's cricketing future in any capacity I can,' Malik signed off.
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