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[ad_1] Pakistan is expected to announce their 16-member Test squad in the next two days for the upcoming two-match series against Sri Lanka in July. There are a few exciting prospects who may receive their maiden Test call-up, namely Omair Yousuf and Mohammad Huraira. These young talents have shown impressive performances recently and are likely to be given an opportunity in the Test format. Omair Yousuf, a 24-year-old batsman, had an outstanding outing during Pakistan Shaheens' tour of Zimbabwe. He topped the batting charts with 348 runs from three innings, including his highest first-class score of 250 not out in the first four-day match. On the other hand, Mohammad Huraira, who has featured in 24 first-class matches, finished second on the batting charts with 242 runs from two innings, boasting an impressive average of 121. Their consistent performances have caught the attention of the selectors, leading to their potential Test call-ups. Another player likely to make...

[ad_1] The central contracts of Pakistan cricketers for the 2022-23 period expired on June 30th. There were talks of a possible one-month extension, but so far, no agreement has been signed. During this time, the players have raised various concerns that they wish to discuss with Zaka Ashraf, the head of the PCB management committee. One significant issue the players are raising is their remuneration. The previous management committee had suggested a 45% increase, but the players are seeking more than just a raise. They believe that a complete overhaul of their contracts is necessary because they feel they are being underpaid compared to cricketers from other countries. According to a recent research report, even players like Babar Azam, ranked as the number one ODI batter, do not rank among the top 10 highest-earning cricketers globally. The players want the PCB to conduct its own research and establish a system that ensures their financial security in the future. Another d...

[ad_1] The central contracts of Pakistan cricketers for the 2022-23 period expired on June 30th. There were talks of a possible one-month extension, but so far, no agreement has been signed. During this time, the players have raised various concerns that they wish to discuss with Zaka Ashraf, the head of the PCB management committee. One significant issue the players are raising is their remuneration. The previous management committee had suggested a 45% increase, but the players are seeking more than just a raise. They believe that a complete overhaul of their contracts is necessary because they feel they are being underpaid compared to cricketers from other countries. According to a recent research report, even players like Babar Azam, ranked as the number one ODI batter, do not rank among the top 10 highest-earning cricketers globally. The players want the PCB to conduct its own research and establish a system that ensures their financial security in the future. Another d...