The newly appointed Pakistan test head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed outlined the key objectives behind the 13-day red ball training camp held at National Cricket Academy.
According to him the objectives of the camp were to better the tactical awareness, skill development and physical conditioning of the players.
Sarfaraz Ahmed speaking to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Digital Media, said the camp was purposefully designed to prepare the players for the demands of modern-day test cricket.
He said that a strong focus was on the different match scenarios and improving the overall game understanding.
Sarfaraz Ahmed said, “Overall, it was a good camp organised by the National Cricket Academy for the available red-ball players. The focus was on skill development, match scenarios, fitness and improving players’ overall understanding of the game.”
The new head coach further added that the coaching staff is adopting a holistic approach. They are working closely with players on both professional development and performance.
The coaches are currently having regular one-to-one sessions with the players to make assessments of individual performance and address specific areas for improvement.
He said, “We held one-to-one discussions with all the players regarding their performances and worked closely on their skills. The players were also introduced to new fitness protocols, while the medical staff conducted individual sessions and lectures on nutrition, recovery and how to carry themselves professionally going forward.”
The participants included four test cricketers, Mohammad Huraira, Imam-ul-Haq, Sajid Khan and Noman Ali. They used the camp to fine-tune their preparations.
The camp also served as preparation for Pakistan’s upcoming two-Test series against Bangladesh, part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 cycle.
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