The Pakistan Cricket Board has declined to share detailed information with the Senate of Pakistan regarding the salaries and benefits of its selection committee members and senior officials, describing the data as sensitive and confidential.
The issue surfaced during a Senate session following a question from Senator Hidayatullah, who sought details about the financial packages awarded to PCB officials and the national selection board.
In a written response submitted through the Cabinet Division, the PCB said it had carefully reviewed the request but decided against making the information public.
According to the response, disclosure of salaries, benefits and personal details of players and officials could violate confidentiality norms. The board maintained that such information falls under sensitive personal data and is protected by internal rules, policies and established procedures.
T20 World Cup entourage details withheld
The PCB has also classified as confidential the list of individuals who accompanied the Pakistan national team during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The board said that the identities of players, officials and staff traveling with the team cannot be disclosed publicly.
In its explanation, the PCB argued that releasing such details could raise safety and security concerns for its personnel. The Cabinet Division echoed this view, stating that unnecessary publicity surrounding financial and personal information might expose individuals to unwanted attention or potential risks.
The board emphasized that safeguarding the privacy and security of players, officials and employees is a core responsibility of the PCB.
In-camera briefing proposed
Despite refusing public disclosure, the PCB signaled its willingness to cooperate with parliamentary oversight through a closed-door process. The Cabinet Division informed the Senate that the board is prepared to share the requested details during an in-camera briefing if the Upper House so desires.
The offer suggests a middle ground, allowing senators to review the information privately while ensuring that sensitive details remain out of the public domain.
