Goa, Sept. 29 -- In the wake of a disastrous and humiliating tour of England, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is bracing for a massive internal overhaul. Amidst sweeping changes expected across the national cricketing structure, former legendary fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar is reportedly in line for a key high-profile position within the board, according to internal sources.

The potential inclusion of the fiery former pacer comes on the heels of a closed-door meeting in Islamabad between Akhtar and PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. The two figures reportedly engaged in comprehensive, detailed discussions concerning the dismal state of Pakistan cricket and charted potential corrective blueprints moving forward.

Relations between Akhtar-who has hi...