Wasim Akram Declines Mentorship Role in Afghanistan Premier League

LAHORE: Former Pakistan cricket captain and legendary all-rounder Wasim Akram has declined an offer to become a mentor in the Afghanistan Premier League (APL), reportedly deciding not to go against the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) policy.

According to sources, Wasim Akram had been approached for a mentorship role in the Afghanistan Premier League. However, the former captain has decided not to accept the offer.

Sources said Akram chose to respect the PCB’s policy, under which the board had decided not to issue No-Objection Certificates (NOCs) to national cricketers seeking to participate in the Afghanistan Premier League.

In view of the PCB’s decision, Wasim Akram has also opted not to become part of the tournament, sources added.