Munawar becomes first female manager of Pakistan men's cricket team
What's the story
In a historic move, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed Hina Munawar as the first female manager of the Pakistan men's cricket team, marking a groundbreaking decision ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy. Munawar, a seasoned police officer with expertise in security and operations, will serve as Operations Manager for both the Tri-Nation series and Champions Trophy. Here's more.
New role
Munawar's appointment sparks curiosity and speculation
Munawar's new role in the team has generated interest among cricket enthusiasts, experts, and media outlets. She will be working alongside Naveed Akram Cheema, a senior retired bureaucrat who will continue his duties as team manager. According to India Today, an insider from the PCB hinted that her appointment could be aimed at streamlining operations in the team and ensuring better communication between players and the board.
Career transition
Munawar's journey from law enforcement to cricket management
Munawar's transition from policing to cricket management is impressive. After passing the Civil Superior Services exam, she served in various security roles. She joined the PCB last year and was appointed manager of the Pakistan women's under-19 team for the Asia Cup. A source close to PCB emphasized her trailblazing journey, saying she was "the first female district officer in the Frontier Constabulary in Swat."
Strategic move
PCB chairman's role in Munawar's appointment
While Munawar continues to serve with the Police Service of Pakistan, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi was instrumental in getting her on board on deputation. The strategic move is a part of PCB's efforts to revamp team management and create a more organized and efficient environment. Her appointment is likely to bring fresh perspectives to the traditionally coaching-centric and male-dominated setup.
Information
A look at Pakistan's squad for the Champions Trophy
Squad: Mohammad Rizwan (c), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir, Faheem Ashraf, Khushdil Shah, Salman Ali Agha (vc), Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi.
Twitter Post
X post confirming Munawar's historic appointment
🚨Pakistan Team management for the tri-nation ODI series & ICC Champions Trophy 2025 ,(PCB)
— junaiz (@dhillow_) February 1, 2025
Team Manager: Naveed Akram Cheema
Operations Manager: Hina Munawar
Head Coach: Aqib Javed (Interim)
Asst. Coach: Azhar Mahmood
Batting Coach: Shahid Aslam
Fielding Coach: Mohammad Masroor… pic.twitter.com/qUAM9LooWM