KARACHI: Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan said that he is ready to contribute to Pakistan cricket in any way if Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) gives him an opportunity during his visit to Baldia Town Stadium.
Stating that he is ready to serve Pakistan in any role assigned to him, Younis also stressed that retired soldiers and experienced support staff are essential to strengthen the national system.
He also said that if given the responsibility of the national team, he will try to fulfill it to the best of his ability.
“If I get an opportunity, I am ready to serve Pakistan in any capacity,” Younis said.
“If I am given the responsibility of the national team, I will try to do it well. A team needs retired players and support staff. Whoever gets a chance should work as a Pakistani.”
His comments have come amid recent speculation linking him with a possible role in the PCB set-up, including reports suggesting he could replace former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed as the head coach of the Red-Ball team.
Sarfaraz, who led Pakistan to victory in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy in 2017, was appointed as the head coach in April this year. His first assignment was the two-match Test series against Bangladesh, part of the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle.
However, Pakistan endured a difficult start to his tenure, with a 2-0 series whitewash against Bangladesh – their second successive defeat against the same opposition in the longest format.
Despite the setback, Sarfaraz has been cleared to continue as the red-ball head coach for the Test series against the West Indies and England.
Notably, Pakistan will play a two-Test series against the West Indies in Trinidad and Tobago from July 25-29 and August 2-6.
England’s Test tour is expected to begin at Headingley on August 19, followed by matches at Lord’s on August 27 and Edgbaston on September 9, although the official schedule is yet to be formally confirmed.