Lahore, 20 December 2025: Member of the Men’s National Selection Committee and Director High-Performance Aqib Javed appeared on the 68th edition of the PCB Podcast, where the former Pakistan Test fast bowler shared his insights on Pakistan cricket, high-performance structures and future planning.
In this latest episode, which is available here for viewing and free downloading for editorial purposes, Aqib reflected on his journey from an international cricketer to selector, head coach and now Director High- Performance, emphasising the importance of clarity, process and long-term vision in professional sport. Some of the areas he highlighted during the 39-minute Podcast are below:
- Highlighted improved team performances, stating that success depends on the quality and depth of Pakistan’s player pool
- Praised PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s vision and leadership in driving structural reforms through a strong focus on infrastructure and long-term planning
- Emphasised that modern facilities and infrastructure are central to sustainable high-performance cricket development
- Expressed confidence in Pakistan’s progress, citing improved bench strength, varied pitch preparation and growing competition for places
