If the Pakistan cricket team needed any additional motivation to clinch the T20 World Cup trophy, their chairman has provided just that. Promising a reward of $100,000 (approximately INR 83 lakh) to each member of the squad in case of victory, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) aims to spur their players to triumph. Despite injuries plaguing the team, the PCB plans to unveil the squad by the ICC deadline on May 25.
PCB Chairman Boosts
Morale In a recent meeting at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi addressed the national camp attendees, including captain Babar Azam and his teammates. During the gathering, Naqvi presented special jerseys to Naseem Shah (for achieving 100 T20 wickets) and Mohammad Rizwan (for amassing 3000 T20I runs). Emphasizing the importance of teamwork and urging the players to perform without pressure, Naqvi instilled confidence in the squad. “Don’t care about anyone. Only play for Pakistan. Demonstrate teamwork on the field; victory will be yours. The country has high expectations from you. You must fulfill them,” Naqvi encouraged the players.
Preparations Leading to T20 World Cup
Ahead of the T20 World Cup, Pakistan’s schedule includes crucial fixtures against Ireland and England. The team is set to engage in a 3-match T20I series against Ireland, followed by a 4-match series against England. These matches serve as vital preparation opportunities for Pakistan as they gear up for the pinnacle event.
Pakistan vs Ireland (3-match T20I series):
- May 10th: 1st T20I in Dublin (7:00 PM PST)
- May 12th: 2nd T20I in Dublin (7:00 PM PST)
- May 14th: 3rd T20I in Dublin (7:00 PM PST)
Pakistan vs England (4-match T20I series):
- May 22nd: 1st T20I in Leeds (10:30 PM PST)
- May 25th: 2nd T20I in Birmingham (6:30 PM PST)
- May 28th: 3rd T20I in Cardiff (10:30 PM PST)
- May 30th: 4th T20I at The Oval, London (10:30 PM PST)
As the T20 World Cup approaches, Pakistan’s squad aims to capitalize on these opportunities and emerge as formidable contenders for the coveted title.
