The PCB is hosting its first-ever women’s trials in the village of Sust, Upper Hunza, with the trials scheduled to take place in two phases across 14 cities from August 5 to September 3.
As part of its effort to highlight grassroots talent, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is conducting open trials for women nationwide starting August 5.
What’s notable about these trials is that among the 14 cities, the PCB is holding women’s cricket trials in the Sust Valley for the first time.
This region is known for its stunning landscapes and enthusiastic cricket community.
This move underscores the PCB’s commitment to discovering female talent from remote areas.
Two Phases of Trials:
The trials will occur in two phases. The first phase will be held in Gilgit, Hunza, and Sust from August 5 to August 7, while the second phase will start on August 21 and end on September 3.
If it rains on any of the scheduled dates, the trials for that city will be rescheduled between September 4 and September 5.
Former international cricketers Asad Shafiq and Batool Fatima, who are members of the women’s national selection committee, will conduct the trials across the country.
There will be two categories: Under-19 and Emerging. Players born on or after September 1, 2005, will be eligible for the Under-19 trials.
Second Phase:
In the second phase, players can register for the trials by filling out an online form, which will be available at the scheduled time.
Players will need to bring their completed forms, copies of their birth certificates, and national ID cards. They can also complete their registration at the venue.
Asad Shafiq, former Test cricketer and selection committee member, stated that these trials will help selectors discover and develop future female cricketers.
The aim is to ensure that talent from every corner of the country has the opportunity to come forward, potentially representing domestic teams and eventually national teams.
Batool Fatima, former wicket-keeper batter and selection committee member, emphasized that these open trials are a crucial step in nurturing young talent.
She urged all parents to support their daughters in participating in these nationwide selection trials to help realize their cricketing dreams.