Shoaib Malik has resigned from his role as one of the five mentors appointed by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for domestic cricket, citing other commitments. He stated that he submitted his resignation to the board two weeks ago. Although he will complete his remaining contractual duties, he will not serve as a mentor in the next season. The other mentors are Misbah-ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq, Sarfaraz Ahmed, and Waqar Younis. Each mentor was given a three-year contract running until 2027.
As quoted in ESPNcricinfo, Malik said: “This was not an easy choice, but after reflecting on my commitments, I realised that juggling multiple responsibilities would prevent me from giving my best – both to Pakistan cricket and to my other professional and personal priorities. To ensure fairness to all, I believe this is the right time to transition. Working with some of Pakistan’s most talented cricketers has been an immensely rewarding experience, one I will always cherish.”
All PCB mentors were offered three-year contracts, earning around PKR 5 million
The appointment of the mentors in August last year sparked controversy, particularly after reports emerged regarding their financial remuneration. Reportedly, they were offered three-year contracts, earning around PKR 5 million (approximately USD 18,000) per month. These figures have drawn criticism, as they surpass the monthly salaries of most centrally contracted Pakistani cricketers—excluding only top-tier stars like Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Mohammad Rizwan.
In a statement to ESPNcricinfo last year, the PCB had said: “As a responsible organisation, [we] never discuss in public salaries of its staffers and consultants, which remain a matter between the employer and the employee.”
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