T20 World Cup 2022: Australia's Matthew Hayden To Mentor Pakistan In T20 World Cup

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 Pakistan team will be coached by Australian legend Matthew Hayden, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced on Friday. 

With victories over India, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Scotland, and Namibia in the league games, the former cricketer motivated Pakistan to advance to the semifinals of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021. 

On October 15, when Pakistan arrives in Brisbane from Christchurch after taking part in a T20I series against Bangladesh and the hosts New Zealand, Hayden will join the squad. 

Matthew Hayden’s Involvement Will Considerably Enhance The Team: Ramiz Raja

In extending a warm welcome to Mathew Hayden, PCB Chairman Ramiz Raja noted that Hayden is a seasoned performer whose credentials are recognised on a global scale. 

The PCB chairman continued, “Hayden brings with him a wealth of experience regarding the Australian conditions, and he is certain that his involvement will considerably enhance the team’s very gifted players for the World Cup and future visits down under.” 

Pakistan Got What It Takes To Excel In Australia: Matthew Hayden

In contrast, Hayden expressed his excitement at the prospect of working with the Pakistani squad once more as their mentor for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Australia, saying he “can’t wait” to reintegrate into the community and “experience the spirit of One Nation One Passion.” 

“I have seen how Pakistan have been performing in the ACC T20 Asia Cup and Sunday’s win over India was brilliant,” he said. 

“I think this Pakistan side has got what it takes to excel in Australia and the conditions will really suit them, both from a batting and bowling perspective. This team has all of its bases covered and I am sure it will light up the World Cup as it did in the UAE last year. 

“I feel privileged to be given an opportunity to pass on all my experience and knowledge about all conditions in Australia and can’t wait to be back in the Pakistan dressing room.” 

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