Pakistan Cricket Board mulls major changes after Test series defeat

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly on the verge of implementing major changes to the national team's structure following a disappointing Test series loss to Bangladesh. Sources indicate that critical decisions regarding the team's future will be made by the end of the current week.

A pivotal meeting is scheduled to take place at Gaddafi Stadium on Friday. During this session, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi will receive a comprehensive briefing from the team management. This briefing will include input from the current Test captain, Shan Masood, the coaching staff, and the high-performance director, Aaqib Javed, focusing on the reasons behind Pakistan's recent Test series defeat.

Reports suggest that Shan Masood is likely to be removed as Test captain, with T20 International skipper Salman Ali Agha being considered as his replacement. Additionally, former captain Mohammad Hafeez is reportedly being considered for a significant role within the PCB's cricket hierarchy, potentially as director of international cricket. This position has been vacant for several months.

The PCB has faced scrutiny over recent performance, including failures in the ICC Champions Trophy and the ICC T20 World Cup. Mohsin Naqvi, who took office on February 6, 2024, has overseen several changes to captaincy, the selection committee, and coaching staff, but on-field success has been limited.