The Pakistan Shaheens are set to receive generously for lifting the Asia Cup Rising Stars trophy by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
According to former Pakistan captain Salman Butt, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi has declared a cash reward of 50 lakh rupees for each of the fifteen players in the victorious squad.
The gesture comes as a strong endorsement of the young team’s remarkable campaign, where Pakistan’s next-generation talent showcased maturity, consistency, and nerves of steel to lift the title over Bangladesh A.
For a tournament built around the region’s brightest emerging players, the Shaheens’ triumph has been viewed as a major statement about Pakistan’s future cricketing depth.
Irfan Khan’s team went undefeated throughout their campaign, which included a memorable win over India in the group stages. Their toughest assignment came in the final, where they were taken to a Super Over by Bangladesh before eventually prevailing.
Naqvi’s move to reward the team also signals a refreshing shift in how Pakistan values its developmental squads.
Historically, cash prizes and recognition have been largely reserved for senior-team accomplishments, but this incentive highlights the PCB’s growing investment in strengthening its bench strength.
Asia Cup Rising Stars is also the first major trophy Pakistan has won under Naqvi’s tenure, which may have contributed to the announcement.
For the young champions, the reward is more than just a financial bonus. It is a strong message that their performances matter, their journey is being watched closely, and Pakistan cricket sees them as an essential part of its future.
With this morale-boosting announcement, momentum is firmly on the side of the Shaheens as the cricketing world turns its attention to how these stars in the making transition into the senior ranks.
