PCB to play home Tests with Kookaburra balls, while Dukes will play domestically

For the seven home Test matches in the 2023–25 ICC World Test Championship cycle, the PCB has chosen to utilise Kookaburra balls. Two Test matches against Bangladesh, three against England, and two against the West Indies—all scheduled for August, October, and January—are among the games in which the red Kookaburra will be used.

All red-ball matches for senior teams in the domestic season—which is scheduled to begin in September—will use Dukes balls. Following careful consideration of the pitch and pitch conditions, the Dukes have decided to proceed.

When it comes to junior and grassroots cricket, the PCB will employ Aceline and Greys in the Under-13, Under-17, and Under-19 competitions.

They will also use them in inter-district tournaments and competitions involving academic institutions like schools and colleges. Kookaburra balls will be utilised by the PCB in domestic 20- and 50-over competitions in order to comply with international standards, as this brand is utilised for all white-ball tournaments that fall under the purview of the ICC.

Tony Hemming, an Australian, was named Chief Curator by the PCB. He will make sure that the pitches for the 2024–25 season are made to accommodate the use of different kinds of cricket balls on different occasions. According to reports, Hemming will design custom pitches to keep the bat and ball in balance.

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In addition, Hemming will oversee and mentor local curators, guaranteeing that pitches are prepared uniformly throughout various districts and areas. This is on top of his primary responsibility of supervising the preparation of several pitches around the country.