Former Pakistan fast bowler Waqar Younis is reportedly set to resign from his role as Advisor of Cricket Affairs to Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. Waqar's appointment to the advisory position came after other prominent figures, such as Wasim Akram, declined the role due to personal commitments and workload concerns.

According to a reliable source within the PCB, Waqar Younis was initially brought on board as a consultant for a limited period of three weeks. “The board has also advertised the post of advisor on cricket affairs and now candidates who have applied would be interviewed,” the source informed PTI. It remains unclear whether Waqar Younis has reapplied for the advisory role following the PCB's public advertisement. The source further added, "Apparently, Waqar has not responded to the ad."

Before his expected resignation, Waqar Younis had outlined his vision for improving Pakistan cricket, emphasizing the importance of involving former cricketers to elevate the quality of the game. Speaking about the strategic direction, Waqar mentioned, "Cricket's current state is clear: improvements are necessary. While stadiums are important, our focus should be on enhancing the quality of play. Involving renowned cricketers and legends in the process is crucial. The Chairman's idea to involve these figures is excellent, and we've discussed it with some legends. We'll soon announce the names of those who will help advance the sport. I fully support this concept and hope it succeeds."

The reported resignation comes at a challenging time for Pakistan cricket. The national team recently suffered a loss in the first of two Tests against Bangladesh, with the second Test set to begin on August 30. Looking ahead, Pakistan faces a tougher challenge as they prepare to host England for a three-match Test series in October.