Head coaches aim for player development in Quaid-e-Azam Trophy.

KARACHI -- Playing exciting, hard and competitive cricket is in the minds of the six head coaches as Pakistan gears up to stage the four-day first-class Quaid-eAzam Trophy aftersuccessfully delivering the National T20 Cup during the Covid-19 times. The six head coaches, after selecting strong and balanced squads, have now shifted their attention to on-field action, hoping they will be able to create an environment and culture that will contribute in the overall uplifting of Pakistan's domestic cricket. Apart from winning the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, the jewel in the crown of Pakistan's domestic season, the coaches are also committed to contribute in the overall player development so that they can play their

part in narrowing the gap with international cricket. Balochistan head coach Faisal Iqbal, 'I am pleased with the squad we have chosen, the concept of First and Second XIsis all about player development and exposure. I have seen this model work very well in England and I am sure it will reap rewards in Pakistan in due course. 'Our long term plan isto develop players from Balochistan and to give exposure to as many players from the province as possible. 'I have given roles to the players and have spoken to them in detail about the expectations from them, the seniors and players from other regions who...