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LAHORE: Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden has been appointed as the Pakistan team’s mentor for the next month’s T20 World Cup, a statement from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Friday.
Hayden will join the national side in Brisbane on October 15, the PCB said.
According to the board, the decision is a continuation of Hayden’s involvement with the national men’s side after he inspired them to the semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2021, defeating India, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Scotland and Namibia in the league matches.
Hayden had been appointed alongside South Africa’s Vernon Philander as batting and bowling consultants, respectively, for the last year’s T20 World Cup after becoming PCB chief.
“I welcome Matthew Hayden back in Pakistan colours. He is a proven performer with his credentials acknowledged and recognised world-over,” PCB Chairman Ramiz Raja said in a statement.
Raja said the former opener brought with him a wealth of knowledge about conditions in Australia, saying: “I am confident his involvement will significantly benefit our extremely talented cricketers for the World Cup and future tours Down Under.”
Hayden also expressed excitement at joining Pakistan for the mega tournament, according to the PCB statement.
