Former cricket stars look to inspire current cricketers through video sessions

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Former cricket stars including Javed Miandad, Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar and Younis Khan will hold video sessions with current cricketers to "inspire them and help them remain connected with the game" amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Pakistan head coach and chief selector Misbah-ul-Haq said in a statement that "themes discussed will include work ethics, approach to the game, plans, practices and methods to perform under pressure, and dealing with challenges that come from being high profile players".

The sessions will begin from Monday afternoon and will be based on different categories including wicketkeeping and bowling.

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