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The Champions U19 Camp will begin on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the Lahore Country Club, Muridke. This two-week program will gather Pakistan’s top under-19 cricket players to train under the guidance of experienced mentors.
Five Mentors to Train Young Cricketers
Cricketing legends Misbah-ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Shoaib Malik, and Waqar Younis will oversee the camp. These mentors will help players develop their skills and prepare for future tournaments, including the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026, which will take place in Namibia and Zimbabwe.
Activities at the Champions U19 Camp
- Training and Practice Matches: Players will engage in training sessions and practice matches to improve their performance.
- Educational Lectures: Sessions will be conducted to enhance players’ understanding of the game.
- Fitness Drills: A focus on fitness to ensure players meet international standards.
- Camp Duration: The camp will end on February 16, 2025, after two weeks of activities.
List of Selected Players
Batters
- Abdul Saboor (Quetta)
- Afkar Durrani (Peshawar)
- Adnan Saeed (Abbottabad)
- Asim Arif (Lahore)
- Gohar Khan (DM Jamali)
- Haroon Arshad (Karachi)
- Haroon Rashid (Peshawar)
- Hasnain Nadeem (AJK)
- Ijaz-ul-Haq (Quetta)
- Mohammad Zain Khan (FATA)
- Mohammad Ali (DM Jamali)
- Mohammad Bin Nisar (Multan)
- Muhammad Riazullah (Abbottabad)
- Mohammad Usman (Faisalabad)
- Nahid Ali (FATA)
- Nauman Ali (Sialkot)
- Sameer Akhtar (Bahawalpur)
- Shahzaib Ali (Larkana)
- Sheraz (Quetta)
- Uzair Ali (Abbottabad)
- Zulkifal Khan (FATA)
Fast Bowlers
- Aftab Hussain (Larkana)
- Daud Abbas (Hyderabad)
- Hassan Sajjad (Sialkot)
- Mohammad Abdullah (Sialkot)
- Mohammad Ahmed (Lahore)
- Mohammad Zohaib (Bahawalpur)
- Mohammad Ayas Kiyani (Lahore)
- Naseer Khan (Bahawalpur)
- Rehan Shah (Karachi)
- Salman Ahmed (Bahawalpur)
- Shoaib Khan Afridi (Peshawar)
- Wasimullah Khan (FATA)
Spinners
- Abdul Moeez (Karachi)
- Adil (Quetta)
- Mohammad Ameer Sultan (Sialkot)
- Mohammad Huzaifa (Bahawalpur)
- Mohammad Musa (Sialkot)
- Mohammad Salman Ahmed (Hyderabad)
- Rana Abdul Wahab (Multan)
- Waqas Khan (Abbottabad)
- Zahid Bin Sharif (Hyderabad)
Wicket-Keepers
- Hafiz Faizan Shah Mohammad (Sargodha)
- Mohammad Rizwan (Bhakkar)
- Shahzaib Khan (Karachi)
Ongoing Cricket Projects
While the camp is taking place in Muridke, the Engro Cricket Coaching Project continues at the Hanif Mohammad High-Performance Centre, Karachi. This program is led by five foreign coaches, supported by local professionals, to further improve cricketing standards in the country.
Importance of the Camp
This camp provides under-19 players with the chance to enhance their skills and gain experience in a professional environment. It serves as a platform for preparing players for upcoming challenges, including the World Cup.
FAQs
1. When does the camp start?
The camp begins on January 28, 2025.
2. Where is the camp held?
The camp is at the Lahore Country Club in Muridke.
3. Who are the mentors?
The mentors include Misbah-ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Shoaib Malik, and Waqar Younis.
4. What is the duration of the camp?
The camp will run for two weeks, ending on February 16, 2025.
5. What activities will players participate in?
Players will participate in training sessions, fitness drills, practice matches, and educational lectures.
6. What is the Engro Cricket Coaching Project?
It is a cricket development program at the Hanif Mohammad High-Performance Centre, Karachi, involving foreign and local coaches.
7. How were players selected?
Players were selected based on their performance in divisional and national tournaments.
8. Who are some of the top players at the camp?
Some key players include Abdul Saboor, Aftab Hussain, Abdul Moeez, and Hafiz Faizan Shah Mohammad.
9. What is the focus for batters?
The focus is on improving batting techniques and shot selection.
10. When is the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup?
The World Cup will take place in 2026 in Namibia and Zimbabwe.
