Afridi would possibly proceed as chief selector, Arthur to determine on Pak future later this month

Shahid Afridi might proceed as chief selector after the house sequence in opposition to New Zealand whereas Mickey Arthur is anticipated to decide on whether or not to return as Pakistan’s head coach later this month.

According to dependable sources within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Afridi, who’s the interim chief selector, had initially solely accepted the accountability for the continued sequence in opposition to New Zealand, however is now having second ideas.

“Shahid has had talks with PCB Chairman Najam Sethi who had initially convinced him to work as interim chief selector but now discussions have taken place on the possibility of the former captain continuing in the role given that this year Pakistan has two major events — the 50-overs Asia Cup and the World Cup in India,” one supply mentioned.

The supply added that Sethi is proud of the best way Afridi and his fellow selectors — Abdul Razzaq, Rao Iftikhar and
Haroon Rasheed had picked gamers for the 2 Tests and the ODI sequence in opposition to New Zealand.

“Strong possibility that Shahid will be persuaded to continue and chalk out a schedule where he can also give time to his foundation work,” the supply mentioned.

Another supply mentioned that Sethi is ready for a reply from Arthur, who has been requested to return as head coach of the Pakistan staff.

“Arthur, who currently has a long contract with Derbyshire county, has asked for some time to consider his options and position and has said he will get back later this month with a solid answer,” the supply mentioned.

Arthur served as Pakistan’s head coach from 2016 to 2019. He was launched from his contract when Sethi resigned and the brand new administration of Ehsan Mani took cost of the board after the 2019 World Cup.

The supply mentioned that Arthur had additionally proven curiosity in making a comeback to worldwide cricket as a coach.

The good factor for the PCB is that after New Zealand completes its tour of Pakistan on January 14, there isn’t a worldwide dedication lined up for the staff till April after the Pakistan Super League ends in March.

“Pakistan’s next international commitments will be hosting New Zealand for five ODIs and five T20Is in April-May after which they will play a two-Test series with Sri Lanka and then an ODI series against Afghanistan before August followed by the Asia Cup and World Cup.” “So, the PCB has time to finalise its new management set up for the team and also a long-term selection committee after the PSL.”