Lahore: Rafia Haider, the head of Women’s Cricket at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), provided insights into the current state and future plans for women’s cricket during her appearance on the 65th edition of the PCB Podcast. Haider, who assumed her role at the start of the year, spoke at length about various initiatives and developments aimed at enhancing the women’s game in the country.

In the 29-minute episode, Haider focused on the administrative aspects of her position, highlighting ongoing discussions with stakeholders to revive women’s departmental cricket. This effort is part of a broader strategy to increase the number of domestic tournaments available to female cricketers.

Haider also addressed preparations for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. She announced plans for an additional One Day International (ODI) series to be hosted by Pakistan ahead of the tournament. This comes alongside the ongoing skills development and fitness camp in Karachi, designed to hone the players’ abilities ahead of the global event.

The PCB Podcast episode featuring Haider is available for free download and editorial use, offering an in-depth look at the evolving landscape of women’s cricket in Pakistan.