Younis Khan and Mohammad Hafeez are set to get key roles amid a PCB shake-up. Daily Pakistan confirmed the Pakistan Cricket Board is undergoing significant management changes that will see two of Pakistan’s most respected former cricketers take on formal roles in the organisation.
This is big news for Pakistani cricket. Younis Khan and Mohammad Hafeez are not just former players. They are people who understand what it takes to build a winning team — and what Pakistan cricket has been missing for the past few years.
Why This Shake-Up Is Happening Now
Pakistan just completed a 2-1 ODI series win over Australia, with young players like Arafat Minhas and Ghazi Ghori stepping up brilliantly — as we covered in our PAK vs AUS 1st ODI result report. But the national team’s broader direction, particularly in Test cricket and World Cup preparation, needs experienced leadership at the board level.
The PCB has faced consistent criticism for inconsistent selection policies, a revolving door of coaches, and short-term thinking that prioritizes IPL availability over Pakistan’s own cricket calendar.
Bringing in Younis Khan and Mohammad Hafeez at an administrative level signals that the board wants cricket-minded people, not just administrators, making decisions about the game.
Who Is Younis Khan?
Younis Khan is Pakistan’s greatest Test batter. He scored 10,099 Test runs at an average of 52.05 — the only Pakistani batter to cross 10,000 Test runs. He captained Pakistan to the 2009 ICC World Twenty20 title.
His appointment in a coaching or selection capacity would bring technical knowledge and mental toughness to Pakistan’s development structure that no administrator background can replicate.
Who Is Mohammad Hafeez?
Mohammad Hafeez played international cricket for Pakistan from 2003 to 2023 — 55 Tests, 218 ODIs, and 119 T20Is. After retirement, Hafeez has been vocal about Pakistan cricket’s development needs, particularly regarding domestic structure, player fitness standards, and the need for consistency in selection.
His analytical approach and willingness to speak openly about cricket’s problems makes him a potentially effective voice in any management structure.
What Pakistan Cricket Needs From This Change
The timing is significant. Pakistan is preparing for:
- West Indies Test tour starting July 25 in Tarouba
- ICC events through 2026 and into the 2027 ODI World Cup cycle
- PSL 2027 preparations and franchise development
Having Younis Khan and Hafeez in the room when these decisions are made could mean more informed, cricket-first choices. Less politics. More planning.
That is what Pakistani cricket fans have been asking for. Whether the PCB actually delivers on that promise is a different question. But this shake-up is at least a step in the right direction.
What Happens Next
The PCB is expected to formally announce the details of these appointments in the coming days. 24PakTimes will cover the full announcement including specific roles and responsibilities once confirmed.
