The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has increased the number of players in its central contracts list to address the demands of an intense international cricket calendar. The move aims to ensure greater player rotation, better workload management, and performance sustainability across formats. More players will now be financially supported and kept match-ready throughout the year.
This step reflects the PCB’s commitment to player welfare, particularly with back-to-back tours and tournaments lined up. By broadening the contracts pool, the board hopes to maintain competitiveness while avoiding burnout among key squad members. The decision also gives emerging talent a chance to be closely monitored and developed.
PCB has expanded its central contracts pool to manage the pressure of a tight international cricket calendar. This strategy focuses on rotating players efficiently, preventing fatigue, and enhancing performance. It also brings more emerging players into the fold, ensuring depth and continuity in team selections.
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