New Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik will no longer have the final say on team selection, as his predecessor Inzamam-ul-Haq did.
The 25-year-old all-rounder was appointed skipper for the Test and one-day teams after Pakistan's World Cup humiliation at the hands of Ireland, and Inzamam's subsequent resignation.
And as the country seeks to institute measures to prevent another such disappointment in future, it has emerged that the captain's powers have been significantly reduced.
Whereas the selectors used to choose the squads, with the skipper and coach finalising the team, the selectors have now taken it upon themselves to pick the first XI as well.
Members of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will still consult with their captain about decisions, but the board will have the final say.
Former Test player Salahuddin Ahmed heads the new selection committee, which is aimed at reducing pressure on the captain.
The team manager, coach, captain and vice-captain will select teams whilst on tour though, but the manager will take principal responsibility for selection.
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