Pakistan, June 16 -- The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), on Monday, introduced a significant overhaul of its central contracts system, unveiling a new format-based structure designed to reward performance, strengthen player development and provide clearer pathways across all levels.

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi revealed the new framework during a press conference, alongside white-ball head coach Mike Hesson, national selector and Director of High Performance Aqib Javed, and other senior board officials.

The revamped model replaces the traditional A, B, C and D categories with a five-track system that classifies players according to their role, format specialisation and stage of development.

Under the new framework, Track AB will consist of ...