Lahore
The pre-season camp at the Pakistan Military Academy in Kakul, arranged by the PCB, saw 29 cricketers attending from March 26 to April 6. Training and drills were designed by Pakistan Army experts and strategists, focusing on team building, physical, and mental strength enhancement. Pakistan skipper Babar Azam noted that the camp strengthened team bonding, making them ‘better, fitter, and mentally tougher athletes.’ Azam highlighted the absence of cricket-centric activities, instead emphasizing physical conditioning, teamwork, and mental resilience.
He expressed confidence in the team’s growth, attributing it to the inspiring facility, top-notch instructors, and a structured program. Azam stated that they would return to competitive cricket as improved athletes, enhancing overall performance. The camp differed from usual routines, involving confidence-building and team-building exercises, rather than cricket-specific drills. Azam emphasized the importance of collective performance for achieving desired results, underscoring the significance of the camp’s focus on team bonding and performance improvement.
