LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will host a high-level Connection Camp at a local hotel on Monday, aiming to establish a clear and unified vision for the future of Pakistan cricket. This strategic session follows a series of consultations PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has had with former cricketers since assuming office earlier this year.

The camp will bring together nine elite cricketers, including Babar Azam (Pakistan’s white-ball captain), Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Rizwan, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Saud Shakeel, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Shan Masood (Pakistan’s red-ball captain). Joining them will be national team head coaches Jason Gillespie and Gary Kirsten, assistant coach Azhar Mahmood and High-Performance specialist David Reid. Chairman Mohsin Naqvi will lead the day-long session, accompanied by the PCB’s leadership team.

The primary objective of the Connection Camp is to define a shared vision and mission, along with setting a roadmap to reignite the pride and excellence that has characterised Pakistan cricket since achieving Test status in 1952. The session will focus on fostering stronger collaboration between players and the PCB, while the board will reaffirm its commitment to supporting players in meeting strategic goals.

The ultimate aim is for players to take a leading role in inspiring the next generation of cricketers through outstanding performances. “This camp provides a valuable opportunity for open dialogue and alignment between the coaching staff and players.