KARACHI: Former captain Younis Khan has expressed his willingness to return to the national cricket setup in any capacity if offered a role by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), as speculation around his potential appointment as red-ball head coach continues to grow.
Speaking to the media during a visit to a newly constructed sports complex in Baldia Town, Younis said his priority has always been to serve Pakistan cricket, regardless of the position assigned to him.
“If I am given an opportunity, I am ready to serve Pakistan in any capacity,” he said. “In any role, I will try to perform at my best for Pakistan.”
His comments come at a time when reports have linked him with a possible role within the PCB setup, including suggestions that he could be considered for a red-ball coaching position in the future.
The speculation has emerged amid uncertainty surrounding the national team’s coaching structure, with Pakistan recently struggling in the longest format.
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Former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, who was appointed head coach in April this year, began his tenure with a two-match away Test series against Bangladesh as part of the World Test Championship cycle.
However, Pakistan suffered a 2-0 series whitewash, marking a difficult start and their second consecutive Test series defeat against the same opposition.
Younis, however, avoided directly addressing any formal negotiations, instead focusing on the broader need for experienced former players to contribute to the system.
“Retired players and those who understand the game should come forward and serve Pakistan cricket. Whoever gets the chance should serve Pakistan as a Pakistani,” he added.
During his visit, Younis also inspected the under-construction 24-acre sports complex in Baldia Town, where officials briefed him on planned facilities, including cricket training nets, hockey and football grounds, and indoor gaming courts.
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