Yousuf appointed head coach of Pakistan U19 Cricket Team
By our correspondent
LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officially
announced on Saturday the appointment of former Test captain Mohammad Yousuf as
the head coach of the Pakistan U19 cricket team. Yousuf, a highly esteemed
figure in Pakistani cricket, will be taking on his new role with immediate
effect.
One of the first tasks for Yousuf in his new capacity will
be overseeing the team's participation in the 2023 ACC U19 Asia Cup, scheduled
to take place in the UAE from 8 to 17 December. Following this, the team will
set its sights on the 2024 ICC U19 World Cup in Sri Lanka, which is slated to
be held from 13 January to 4 February.
Yousuf brings a wealth of experience to his coaching role,
having previously served as the batting coach of the Pakistan Men’s Team and
worked at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore. As one of Pakistan’s most
distinguished batters, Yousuf had an illustrious playing career spanning from
1998 to 2010. He holds the record for the most Test runs in a calendar year,
amassing 1788 runs in 2006, and has accumulated a total of 7,530 Test and 9,720
ODI runs.
Expressing his pleasure at the new role, Yousuf stated, “I
am pleased to join as Pakistan U19 head coach and feel honoured to have been
given the opportunity to contribute to Pakistan cricket by Chairman PCB
Management Committee Zaka Ashraf."
He further added, “Having had the privilege of working with
the senior men’s side, I will bring my coaching experience to the U19 set-up,
providing a nurturing environment for the young talents to thrive and make a
mark on the international level. Harnessing the skills of young players is
crucial for Pakistan cricket, and I am dedicated to fulfilling my
responsibility in helping identify, improve, and nurture future stars.” With
Yousuf's leadership, the PCB aims to enhance the development of young talents
and create a pathway for them to succeed at the highest level of the sport.
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