The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a major policy shift for the 2025 season. All centrally-contracted and international players will now be mandated to play at least one domestic cricket event when they are not on national commitments. This move, according to PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, is aimed at raising the standard of domestic competitions and helping younger players grow.
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Key Stakeholders Present During the Decision
The decision was finalized in a high-level meeting chaired by Naqvi. Attendees included white-ball head coach Mike Hesson, T20 captain Salman Ali Agha, Usman Wahla, the head of international cricket affairs, and Aaqib Javed, the Director of the National Cricket Academy.
Cricket fans can follow updates on the PCB official website and stay tuned to Pakistan domestic cricket fixtures to see when top stars will feature alongside emerging talent.
New Contracts and Scrapping of Champions Cup
The PCB will issue new central contracts for the 2025β26 cycle by July 30, after delays in recent years. Meanwhile, the previously launched Champions Cup tournament has been scrapped despite the earlier investment in mentors and promotions.
Whatβs Ahead for Pakistan Cricket
According to Usman Wahla, Pakistanβs international schedule includes home series against South Africa and Sri Lanka, and tours to the West Indies and Bangladesh in the next six months.
Fans can watch PCB domestic matches live, buy tickets for home games, and follow Pakistanβs upcoming matches for updates on performances and player development.
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