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Pakistan decides to enlist AI to select its cricketers. Surely there is a new way for Pasifika teams to identify the best talent?
AI Takes the Helm in Pakistan Cricket
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has disclosed that the board is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to select squads for the upcoming Champions Cup, reports India Today. According to Naqvi, 80% of the players were chosen by AI, with the remaining 20% selected by the human selection committee. This move aims to create a strong pool of 150 domestic players, providing a reliable foundation for future team selections and ensuring that underperforming national players can be replaced with well-documented, deserving talent.
Addressing Criticism and Future Plans
Naqvi addressed recent criticism over the PCB’s failure to revamp the struggling national team, particularly after their first-ever Test loss to Bangladesh. He explained that the current lack of comprehensive data on domestic players had hindered effective team management. The Champions Cup is expected to fill this gap by generating detailed records of player performances, allowing for more informed and transparent decisions in the future. Naqvi emphasised that the ultimate goal is to strengthen Pakistan cricket by making data-driven choices rather than relying on subjective opinions.
Mentorship and Player Development
In addition to the AI-driven selection process, the PCB has appointed five of its top cricketers—Misbah-ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Shoaib Malik, and Waqar Younis—as mentors for the Champions Cup teams. This initiative is part of the PCB’s broader strategy to enhance the development of domestic cricketers, helping them level up their game and ensuring a strong, competitive pool of players for the national team in the future.
A Look Ahead for Pacific Sports
Maybe this might be a new addition for Pacific sports teams, with less resources to be used on selectors and regular cries of nepotism and biassed selection? Who knows? The possibilities are endless.
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