The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has internally finalised plans to dissolve its five-member mentorship panel, marking a significant shift in its domestic cricket strategy, sources confirmed on Tuesday.
According to sources, the move, directed by PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, will see the board part ways with former national cricketers Misbah-ul-Haq, Waqar Younis, Saqlain Mushtaq, Sarfaraz Ahmed, and Shoaib Malik.
These individuals had been appointed last year as mentors for the Champions Cup under a three-year contract.
While no formal announcement has been made, the decision has already been approved at the top level.
Shoaib Malik had voluntarily resigned two weeks ago, stepping down ahead of the board’s final call. He announced his decision on his official Instagram page.
The other four mentors are expected to be officially informed in the coming days.
The rationale behind the decision remains undisclosed, and the PCB has not issued an official statement.
The mentorship panel was announced on August 26, 2024, as part of a performance-focused revamp, with each former player assigned to a domestic team.
Reports suggest each mentor was earning a monthly salary of Rs 5 million.
According to sources, Misbah-ul-Haq and Sarfaraz Ahmed are not being considered for any alternative roles within the PCB at this stage.
This development comes alongside other major structural changes at the board.
Earlier on Tuesday, Mike Hesson was appointed as the new head coach of the Pakistan national team, while Aqib Javed was named Director of the High-Performance Centre.
The restructuring reflects the PCB’s intent to realign its domestic and international strategies ahead of a packed calendar that includes ICC events and bilateral commitments.
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