PCB Invites Former Cricketers to Discuss Domestic Cricket Structure

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has embarked on a comprehensive review of its domestic cricket structure, inviting 25 former international cricketers to a meeting to gather their insights and suggestions. The meeting, scheduled for Monday, will be led by PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi and other board officials.

The primary objective of the meeting is to address the widening gap between the standards of Pakistan's domestic competitions and international cricket. The board will seek input from the former stalwarts on ways to enhance the quality of domestic tournaments and bridge the performance gap.

The meeting will also consider a detailed blueprint submitted by another former player, outlining the perceived problems with the existing cricket system in Pakistan. The blueprint is expected to provide a comprehensive analysis of the challenges facing domestic cricket and propose potential solutions.

This meeting is part of the PCB's ongoing efforts to improve the domestic cricket structure. In 2018, the First-Class competition was reduced to just six teams under the leadership of then-Prime Minister Imran Khan. However, the board under Zaka Ashraf reverted to the old system of having departmental teams in the First-Class format last year.

The meeting will also review the domestic contracts given to around 360 cricketers in different formats across the country. The PCB aims to ensure that these contracts are fair and equitable, providing adequate support to players at all levels.

The PCB's commitment to improving domestic cricket is a crucial step towards strengthening the national team. By addressing the challenges facing domestic competitions, the board hopes to create a more competitive and sustainable cricket ecosystem in Pakistan.

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