The much-anticipated Champions One-Day Cup is in the rearview mirror and fans are now wondering “What’s next for the star mentors who were part of the tournament?”
And why not, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) brought them on board at a high salary of PKR 5 Million per month, with a promise to change the landscape of the country’s cricket.
However, they did not clarify what these mentors would be doing after the tournament. Well the PCB insiders have revealed that the board has positioned these veteran cricketers in leadership roles at high-performance centers across the country.
The Big Five: Mentors on the Move
The mentors will head to their assigned high-performance centers to help unearth new talent and help the already-established players to fine-tune their game.
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Here’s a quick look at where these cricketing greats are heading next:
- Sarfaraz Ahmed is taking over the Hanif Mohammad High-Performance Centre in Karachi, where his leadership skills will play a big role in shaping the city’s young cricketers.
- Shoaib Malik is heading up the Sialkot Cricket Academy, bringing his years of experience and expertise to a region already rich in cricketing history.
- Waqar Younis will be mentoring the young fast bowlers at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore.
- Saqlain Mushtaq is set to oversee the Inzamam-ul-Haq High-Performance Centre in Multan, where all eyes are on him to nurture the country’s next generation of spinners.
- Misbah-ul-Haq, known for his calm demeanour and tactical approach, will be mentoring future stars at the Faisalabad Cricket Academy.
Why This Move Matters
The PCB isn’t just handing out fancy titles to these guys. Each mentor is pocketing a cool PKR 5 million per month—a hefty salary that shows how seriously the PCB is taking this initiative.
These veterans have year-round duties, including collaborating closely with the PCB to ensure consistent support and guidance for young players. It’s a calculated move to address some of the glaring gaps in Pakistan cricket.
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The PCB is banking on the combined experience of these five to fast-track player development across all formats. And hey, who knows? The next Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, or Yasir Shah could already be training under these legends.
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