PCB Appoints Shan Masood As Consultant for International Cricket

Pakistan Test captain Shan Masood has been given a new role at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). On Friday, October 24, the PCB announced that Masood will serve as Consultant for International Cricket and Players’ Affairs.

The announcement came a day after Pakistan suffered a heavy loss against South Africa in Rawalpindi.
The appointment is unusual because Masood is still an active player. It gives him a position of authority off the field while he continues to lead the team on it.

Sources say PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi made the decision during a dinner meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

Masood recently captained Pakistan in a two-Test series against South Africa. He played a key innings in the first match in Lahore, scoring a half-century that helped Pakistan win by 93 runs.

However, Pakistan lost the second Test in Rawalpindi by eight wickets, which meant the series ended in a 1-1 draw.

Now, Masood faces the challenge of balancing two big responsibilities. On one side, he must guide the team as captain.

On the other, he will have a say in player management and international cricket matters for the PCB. Experts say handling both roles will test his leadership skills both on and off the field.