Matthew Hayden Returns As Pakistan Team's Mentor For T20 World Cup.

LAHORE -- Australia batting great Matthew Hayden will be the Pakistan team mentor for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced on Friday.

The decision is a continuation of Hayden's involvement with the national men's side after he inspired them to the semifinals of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021, defeating India, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Scotland and Namibia in the league matches. Hayden will join the side in Brisbane on 15 October, the day Pakistan arrive from Christchurch after competing in the T20I series also involving Bangladesh and hosts New Zealand.

Sharing his views, PCB Chairman Ramiz Raja said: 'I welcome Matthew Hayden back in Pakistan colours. He is a proven performer with his credentials acknowledged and recognised world-over. He brings with him wealth of knowledge about Australia conditions and I am confident his involvement will significantly benefit our extremely talented cricketers for the World Cup and future tours Down Under.

'I would like to offer my gratitude to Bank AlFalah who have once again partnered with us on this appointment and hope they will remain connected...