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Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
Mentors refuse to quit after tourney scrapped
Mentors appointed by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for last year's Champions Cup are refusing to step down despite their roles being declared redundant. While Shoaib Malik has resigned voluntarily, the remaining four — Misbah-ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq, Sarfaraz Ahmed, and Waqar Younis — are holding out, potentially forcing the PCB to pay Rs 20 million in compensation. Details have emerged that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had appointed five mentors for the Champions Cup in August last year. These included Misbah-ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Shoaib Malik, and Waqar Younis. From the beginning, their hefty monthly salary of Rs 5 million each had been a topic of debate. Recently, the PCB decided to scrap the Champions Cup due to unsatisfactory results and replace it with the Pentangular Cup. Logically, this also meant the mentors were no longer needed. Sensing the inevitable, Shoaib Malik resigned voluntarily, but the remaining four have maintained silence. Sources say some of them are deliberately waiting to be officially dismissed so they can claim compensationfour months' salary amounting to Rs 20 million as per their contracts. A few days ago, the PCB unofficially conveyed through informal channels that their services were no longer required, expecting they might resign on their own. However, since that hasn't happened, the board may be forced to explore other options. Sources further revealed that during their job interviews, these mentors had claimed they were forgoing lucrative opportunities — coaching gigs, TV shows, commentary, and league contracts — to serve the nation. That emotional pitch helped them secure record-breaking salaries. Ironically, many of them continued with their other engagements despite being appointed by the board. After only a few months of paying hefty salaries, the authorities realized the initiative wasn't yielding the expected benefits. Reportedly, some mentors have even warned the PCB that if removed, they would launch criticism campaigns on media.
India.com
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah's WIVES are also big earners: Know their massive net worth HERE
Cricketers are often in the news for their luxurious life. Advertisements are also a source of huge earnings for cricketers. But there are some cricketers whose wives also earn a lot. We are introducing you to the wives of such cricketers who also earn a lot. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Former Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik's wife Sana Javed earns a lot through acting. Former Australian cricketer Shane Watson's wife Lee Farlong is the owner of 'SF Celebrity Management Company'. Lee also works as a sports presenter and has been in the spotlight for her coverage and interviews. Shardul Thakur's wife Mithali is the owner of a bakery. Her bakery is in Thane, Maharashtra, named All Jazz Bakery. Fast bowler Deepak Chahar's wife Jaya Bhardwaj has her own fantasy sports gaming platform. Virat Kohli's wife Anushka Sharma has earned a lot of money through acting. She also handles business. Image credit: Source: Instagram Fast bowler Jaspreet Bumrah's wife is a sports presenter by profession. She works as a sports presenter in various ICC tournaments. England wicketkeeper batsman Jos Buttler's wife Louise is a fitness trainer by profession.
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First Post
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.
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First Post
14-05-2025
- Sport
- First Post
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. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD '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. More from First Cricket Why Kohli and Rohit's Test retirements were never going to affect BCCI's annual contract list 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. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD '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.
India.com
14-05-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Sania Mirza's ex-husband Shoaib Malik takes BIG decision over...
Sania Mirza's ex-husband Shoaib Malik was the captain of Pakistan national cricket team between 2007 and 2009. He played his first One-Day International match in 1999 facing the West Indies, and earned his Test cap in 2001 in a game against Bangladesh. In January 2024, Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik legally ended their 14-year-long marriage. Sania initiated the split through a Khula, a form of Islamic divorce instigated by the wife. Sania Mirza's ex-husband and former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik has resigned from his role as a Domestic Cricket Coach with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). In an emotional message posted on social media platform X, the ex-husband of Indian tennis icon Sania Mirza, disclosed that he had officially handed in his resignation to the PCB a fortnight earlier, attributing the decision to increasing pressures in both his personal and career commitments. "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," Shoaib Malik Malik wrote. Although he has stepped down, Shoaib Malik reassured the PCB that he would honor his remaining obligations under the contract, giving the board sufficient time to appoint a replacement ahead of the upcoming domestic season.
