PCB appoints Azhar Ali as Head of Youth Development

Former Pakistan captain Azhar Ali has been appointed as Pakistan Cricket Board’s Head of Youth Development following a recruitment process. The role will be an extension of Azhar’s current responsibilities, as he also serves as a member of the men’s national selection committee. A popular figure in Pakistan cricket, he started his journey at the ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup in 2002 before transitioning to the senior national team. In a distinguished career spanning from 2010 to 2022, he earned 97 Test and 53 ODI caps. He captained the national team in nine Tests and 31 ODIs, and was a key member of Pakistan’s historic ICC Champions Trophy-winning squad in 2017. As Head of Youth Development, Azhar is tasked with shaping the future of Pakistan cricket through designing. Implementing comprehensive youth cricket strategies, establishing strong grassroots cricket structures and talent pipelines;Collaborate with regional cricket associations to strengthen age group programmes, educate budding cricketers under the PCB’s Pathways programme, and create awareness of off-field development needs for aspiring players. Conducting seminars and clinics for Azhar Ali said, “I am honored and excited. After rising through the age group ranks and playing extensive club and domestic cricket, I feel that