ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed the first-ever female as operations manager for the national men’s cricket team – a decision announced just two weeks before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
As part of her responsibilities, Hina Munawar will oversee team operations during both the Champions Trophy and the Tri-Nation Series, which is set to begin in Karachi on 19 February.
Meanwhile, veteran bureaucrat Naveed Akram Cheema will remain the official team manager. Hina Munawar’s role will focus on streamlining communication between players and the board and enhancing the team’s operational structure.
Hina, who is a police officer with experience in security and operations, will be the first female operations manager for the Pakistan men’s cricket team.
Munawar, who has served in the Frontier Constabulary in the high-risk Swat area, has been appointed as the Operations Manager for Pakistan’s Tri-Nation series and the ICC Champions Trophy which begins on February 19 in Karachi.
After passing the Civil Superior Services exam, Munawar transitioned into various law enforcement and security roles.
“Perhaps her appointment is aimed at streamlining operations within the team and between players and the board, as she has worked in strategic and leadership roles, helping to streamline various operations,” said an official of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
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Munawar, who joined the PCB last year, was also appointed manager of the Pakistan women’s under-19 team for the Asia Cup.
“She made history as the first female district officer in the Frontier Constabulary in Swat, breaking gender barriers in a traditionally male-dominated field.
It is understood that PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi brought Munawar into the board on deputation, as she remains part of the Police Service of Pakistan.
The PCB aims to streamline team management and create a more organised and efficient environment, with her appointment bringing fresh perspectives to the traditionally coaching-focused and male-dominated setup.