Former Pakistan captain Azhar Ali has been appointed as Head of Youth Development at the PCB.
The newly created role was filled after a recruitment process and Azhar will be taking over the duties in addition to his current role as a member of the selection committee for the men’s national team.
According to the PCB statement, Azhar would be “tasked with shaping the future of Pakistan cricket by designing and implementing comprehensive youth cricket strategies, establishing robust grassroots cricket structures and talent pathways, collaborating with regional cricket associations to strengthen age-group programmes, educating emerging cricketers under the PCB’s Pathways Programme, and organising seminars and clinics to build awareness of off-field development essentials for aspiring players”.
Azhar made his FC debut in 2002, and also part of the Pakistan’s U-19 world Cup the same year. In the year 2010 he made his test debut and became a finest batsman and amassed 7142 test runs at an average of 42.26 and briefly captained both Pakistan’s Test and ODI squads.
“I am honoured and excited to take on this important role,” Azhar told the PCB’s website.
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“Having risen through the age-group ranks and played extensive club and domestic cricket, I understand the critical role grassroots development plays in shaping future stars.
“Significant strides have already been made in this area and I look forward to working with my colleagues to elevate our youth development programme further. Our goal is to identify promising talent and equip them with the tools to excel at the highest level.”
Appointed as the head of Youth Development, Azhar has been tasked with shaping the future of Pakistan cricket by designing and implementing youth comprehensive youth cricket strategies.
Thsis will also assures establishing grassroots cricket structures and talent pathways, collaborating with regional cricket associations to strengthen age group programmes, educating emerging cricketers under the PCB’s pathways programme and organising seminars to build awareness of off-field developments essentials for aspiring players.
The PCB has congratulated Azhar Ali on his appointment and expressed confidence that his experience and vision will significantly contribute to the growth and success of Youth Cricket in Pakistan.
Pakistan U-19 side is currently involved in a triangular seris in the UAE, with Afghanistan as the third side.
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