Pakistan, May 13 -- LAHORE - The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed former fast bowler and experienced coach Aqib Javed as the new Director of High Performance, as announced by PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday.

Naqvi shared the update on X (formerly Twitter), calling the move a strategic step towards strengthening Pakistan's cricketing framework. He highlighted that Aqib's appointment, along with Mike Hesson as the new white-ball head coach, marks a new chapter in Pakistan's cricket development.

Aqib Javed, a 1992 World Cup winner, brings extensive experience from both his playing and coaching career. He has worked at the grassroots level to groom young talent and has also coached internationally, including a successful peri...