Sumair Ahmad appointed as chief operations officer by PCB

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday, November 09 confirmed the appointment of Sumair Ahmad Syed as the new chief operating officer (COO). Sumair replaced Salman Naseer, and assumed the position at the 75th general meeting of the governing body of the national cricketing board.

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi officially announced the appointment through a media release on Saturday, and welcomed Sumair to take over the position, while also congratulating Salman for successfully serving the position. Naqvi also revealed that PSL will be formed as a separate entity, where Salman will be the chief executive officer, and that the latter will also be serving as his Advisor.

“Sumair is an outstanding professional with proven administrative skills and deep industry knowledge. We are delighted to welcome him to the PCB family and are confident that under his leadership, we will continue to strengthen and improve our administrative structures, moving closer to our goal of becoming a model, high-performing organisation.

“Salman has been an exemplary leader at the Pakistan Cricket Board, making invaluable contributions during his tenure as the Chief Operating Officer. His experience and insights have made him an asset to the PCB. Given our plans to establish PSL as an independent entity and to expand the league with two additional teams in 2026, we have appointed him as PSL’s Chief Executive Officer. He will also serve as Advisor to the PCB Chairman, ensuring his expertise continues to guide our strategic goals,” Naqvi stated in the release.

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“As a lifelong follower and supporter of Pakistan cricket, it is a profound honour for me to join this dynamic organisation as its Chief Operating Officer during these exciting and pivotal times. I am deeply grateful to the PCB Chairman and the Board of Governors for their trust and support. With the collaboration of my colleagues, I am eager to play a meaningful role here at PCB.

“This organisation holds tremendous potential and cricket serves as a unifying force for the people of Pakistan.

“During my tenure as Chief Operating Officer, I am committed to helping the Chairman bring his vision for Pakistan cricket to life. This vision centers on achieving success with our national teams, enhancing infrastructure, expanding opportunities for aspiring cricketers and ensuring good governance. I am excited to contribute to this journey and work towards making a lasting impact on the game that we all cherish,” Sumair was quoted as saying.

Salman Naseer also expressed his gratitude towards the board, and congratulated Sumair for taking over as his successor as the COO for the board.

“It has been an honour and a privilege to lead the PCB’s management team as Chief Operating Officer. This journey has been deeply rewarding, as we collectively made significant progress and overcame various challenges," he said.

“I am grateful to the PCB Chairman for his trust and to my colleagues for their support, without which our successes would not have been possible. I would also like to thank the Board of Governors for their guidance and look forward to contributing to Sumair’s success at the PCB. With the experience and commitment he brings, I am confident that the PCB will continue to grow stronger and reach new heights,” he concluded.