In a significant move to revamp its cricketing infrastructure, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed former Test fast bowler Aqib Javed as the new Director of High Performance.
Aqib, who represented Pakistan in 22 Test matches and 163 One-Day Internationals between 1988 and 1998, brings a wealth of experience to the role. A veteran of Pakistan’s golden era in the 1990s, he was part of the squad that lifted the 1992 ICC Cricket World Cup. Following his retirement, Aqib transitioned into coaching and high-performance roles, and has previously served as the interim head coach of the Pakistan men’s national team. He has also played a major role in grooming emerging talent as head coach of Lahore Qalandars in the HBL Pakistan Super League.
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi Welcomes Appointment
Confirming the development, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi emphasized the strategic importance of Aqib’s appointment:
“To strengthen our cricket infrastructure, we are pleased to welcome Aqib Javed as the Director of High Performance. His appointment, alongside Mike Hesson as the white-ball Head Coach, marks a significant step forward in our strategic vision for Pakistan Cricket.”
“Together, their expertise and leadership will play a pivotal role in the development, evolution and success of our national setup.”
As Director of High Performance, Aqib will be responsible for overseeing the entire talent development pipeline, including domestic structure optimization, coaching frameworks, fitness standards, and performance analytics. His role is expected to be central in aligning grassroots cricket with the demands of the international game, with a strong focus on long-term sustainability and elite player development.
The dual appointments of Aqib Javed and Mike Hesson underline the PCB’s renewed commitment to building a robust, data-driven, and performance-oriented cricket ecosystem, ahead of major ICC tournaments scheduled over the next two years.
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