Muhammad Hafeez has emerged as the most influential personality in Pakistan cricket.Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed him as the Team Director, replacing Mickey Arthur. 

Sources have revealed that Hafeez will travel with the squad as the coach during the Australia tour. The entire coaching staff, including batting, bowling, and fielding coaches, will be formed in consultation with him. 

After taking on this responsibility, Hafeez will not be seen in action as a player. He participates in various leagues, including the Pakistan Super League (PSL), and terminating those contracts could also result in financial losses. 

Hafeez also suggested the appointment of Shan Masood as the Test captain to Zaka Ashraf, the Chairman of the PCB Management Committee.Hafeez thinks highly of Shan, an educated individual, who has the capability to keep fellow players together and that his presence could improve the team environment.