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15-05-2025
- Business
- First Post
Contrary to Shoaib Malik's resignation claim, PCB sacks all-rounder and other legends appointed as domestic mentors
Former captain and all-rounder Shoaib Malik was among five icons of Pakistan cricket who had been appointed domestic cricket mentors by the Pakistan Cricket Board ahead of the inaugural Champions One-Day Cup last year. Here's why the PCB has reportedly decided to relieve all five from their posts. read more Former Pakistan captains Waqar Younis and Shoaib Malik were among five iconic players appointed as domestic cricket mentors by the PCB last year. Reuters/AP Former all-rounder Shoaib Malik was among five icons of Pakistan cricket who had been appointed as domestic cricket mentors by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in August last year, ahead of the inaugural Champions One-Day Cup. Less than a year after the appointment, Malik announced his resignation from the role , citing 'multiple responsibilities' that were preventing him from giving his best. However, it turns out that all five mentors have been sacked by the board, reducing Malik's resignation to something of a face-saving measure for the iconic cricketers. A source quoted by news agency Press Trust of India said PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi had been briefed about the performance of the mentors during a board meeting, and had arrived at the conclusion that the money being spent on them was not justified. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Malik and other legendary cricketers such as Waqar Younis, Misbah-ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq and Sarfaraz Ahmed were being paid PKR 50 lakh in their roles and had been asked to dedicate a certain number of days in their capacity as mentors in addition to their media assignments. 'Money spent on mentors was not being justified': PCB 'Apparently, at the briefing, the consensus was that the money spent on the mentors was not being justified as they had not delivered anything of value until now,' the source told PTI. The PCB also wasn't happy with Malik playing in the national T20 championship for Sialkot as captain instead of focusing on his role as mentor. Malik, who had made his last appearance for Pakistan in November 2021, had recently made a couple of appearances for Quetta Gladiators in the 10th season of the Pakistan Super League before it was suspended due to a military conflict with India. While Malik has made his decision to 'resign' public by posting it on his X account, in which he thanked PCB chairman Naqvi as well as former teammate Wahab Riaz, there hasn't been any such statement from pace legend Waqar, spin icon Saqlain or the other mentors.
NDTV
13-05-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
PCB Sacks Domestic Teams Mentors Including Waqar Younis, Misbah Ul Haq
Pakistan Cricket Board on Tuesday sacked all five mentors who were appointed with domestic teams during the inaugural edition of its Champions One-Day Cup, including former captains Waqar Younis and Misbah Ul Haq. Former skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed, Shoaib Malik and Saqlain Mushtaq were the other mentors who were assigned to each of the five competing teams in the 50-overs competition. A source informed that PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, during a meeting with the board officials, had been briefed about the performance of the mentors since their appointments last year. The PCB had asked these former cricketers to dedicate a certain number of days to work as mentors with their respective domestic teams while they were also allowed to take up media roles and other assignments. According to reports, these mentors were being paid a monthly salary of Pakistani rupees 5 million. 'Apparently, at the briefing, the consensus was that the money spent on the mentors was not being justified as they had not delivered anything of value until now,' the source said. The source added that those who attended the meeting weren't happy with the fact that Malik insisted on playing in the national T20 championship and lead Sialkot instead of focussing on his job only as a mentor.
Business Recorder
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Business Recorder
PCB to part ways with Champions Cup mentors: reports
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly decided to part ways with all high-profile mentors of the Champions Cup teams, following a performance review led by Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. According to media reports, the decision was taken during a key meeting in which Chairman Naqvi assessed the performance of the mentors. The individuals affected include former cricketers Waqar Younis, Shoaib Malik, Saqlain Mushtaq, Misbah-ul-Haq, and Sarfaraz Ahmed. Citing sources, Geo News reported that following the review, all five mentors were dismissed from their positions. However, the report added that Misbah-ul-Haq and Sarfaraz Ahmed are likely to be given other important roles within the PCB structure. PCB announces Champions One-Day Cup schedule The move comes as part of a broader restructuring initiative under Naqvi's leadership, who recently also made headlines for his remarks on India while announcing the resumption of the Pakistan Super League's (PSL) 10th edition. While there has been no official statement from the PCB regarding the mentors' removal, the developments indicate a shift in strategy as the board gears up for upcoming international assignments.
Mint
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Mint
Bangladesh to tour Pakistan for T20Is in May; Faisalabad to host international cricket after 17 years
Karachi, Apr 30 (PTI) The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday confirmed that Bangladesh will travel to the country next month for a five-match T20I series where Faisalabad will host international matches after a long gap of 17 years. Bangladesh had toured Pakistan last year for a two-Test series which was a part of the ICC World Test Championship and returned home victorious, winning 2-0. The scheduled white-ball series, which is part of the Future Tour Programme (FTP) originally consisted of three ODIs and three T20Is. The PCB said that with the ICC men's T20 World Cup scheduled for next year, both the Boards mutually agreed to replace the ODIs with two additional T20Is. The five-match T20I series will be played in Faisalabad and Lahore from May 25 to June 3. This is the first time since April 2008 that an international match will be hosted at the Iqbal stadium in Faisalabad where 24 Test matches have been played in the past. The PCB has held several domestic tournaments at the venue including the inaugural Champions One-Day Cup in September last year and National T20 Cup last month. The first and second T20Is of the series, scheduled for May 25 and 27 will be held at Iqbal Stadium. Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium will host the remaining three T20Is, scheduled on May 30, June 1 and 3. Bangladesh team will arrive on May 21 and will undergo training sessions at the Iqbal Stadium from May 22-24. Series schedule in Pakistan May 21 – Bangladesh men's team arrival May 25 – First T20I at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad (8pm local time) May 27 – Second T20I at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad (8pm local time) May 30 – Third T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore (8pm local time) June 1 – Fourth T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore (8pm local time) June 3 – Fifth T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore (8pm local time). First Published: 30 Apr 2025, 12:59 PM IST
NDTV
30-04-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
Bangladesh To Tour Pakistan For T20Is In May; Faisalabad To Host After 17 years
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday confirmed that Bangladesh will travel to the country next month for a five-match T20I series where Faisalabad will host international matches after a long gap of 17 years. Bangladesh had toured Pakistan last year for a two-Test series which was a part of the ICC World Test Championship and returned home victorious, winning 2-0. The scheduled white-ball series, which is part of the Future Tour Programme (FTP) originally consisted of three ODIs and three T20Is. The PCB said that with the ICC men's T20 World Cup scheduled for next year, both the Boards mutually agreed to replace the ODIs with two additional T20Is. The five-match T20I series will be played in Faisalabad and Lahore from May 25 to June 3. This is the first time since April 2008 that an international match will be hosted at the Iqbal stadium in Faisalabad where 24 Test matches have been played in the past. The PCB has held several domestic tournaments at the venue including the inaugural Champions One-Day Cup in September last year and National T20 Cup last month. The first and second T20Is of the series, scheduled for May 25 and 27 will be held at Iqbal Stadium. Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium will host the remaining three T20Is, scheduled on May 30, June 1 and 3. Bangladesh team will arrive on May 21 and will undergo training sessions at the Iqbal Stadium from May 22-24. Series schedule in Pakistan May 21 – Bangladesh men's team arrival May 25 – First T20I at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad (8pm local time) May 27 – Second T20I at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad (8pm local time) May 30 – Third T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore (8pm local time) June 1 – Fourth T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore (8pm local time) June 3 – Fifth T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore (8pm local time).
