Captain and coach included as Pakistan Cricket Board introduces new selection committee

The new selection committee will have seven members, including former Pakistan cricketers.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has revealed the formation of a new national selection committee ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. PCB chairman announced the news during a press conference at the headquarters of Pakistan cricket, Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on March 24, Sunday.

Earlier, the PCB dissolved previous selection committee led by former Pakistan pacer Wahab Riaz. The PCB chief stressed that the newly elected members will have equal powers to ensure a smooth decision-making process, removing the position of a chairman.

Wahab Riaz remains part of the newly formed selection committee by Pakistan Cricket Board

Former great Pakistan pacer Wahab Riaz, who played 27 tests, 91 ODIs and 36 T20Is, will remain part of the newly formed selection committee. Meanwhile, Mohammad Yousuf, who led the the Pakistan Men’s U19 team as head coach in the ACC U19 Asia Cup and the ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2024 will also be the part of the new committee.

Asad Shafiq, who recently announced his retirement from competitive cricket will also be the part of new selection committee along with Abdul Razzaq, who played 46 tests, 265 ODIs and 32 T20Is in his career. While the captain and coach of the respective national men’s team will also be part of the committee.

The seventh member will be a data analyst, who will be responsible for providing the members with statistics and data to help in the selection. However, the cricket board is yet to announce the head coach and support staff.

“I have mandated the seven-member selection committee, comprising of four former Test players, with the powers to select the national men’s teams for international cricket. I will not interfere with the working of the selection committee. They are experienced and professional in their domain and I am confident that they will do their job with dedication and honesty,” PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said.

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