PCB plans to replace Gillespie

By Our Correspondent
November 16, 2024
Pakistan head coach Jason Gillespie attends a press conference at the end of the fourth day of the second and last Test cricket match between Pakistan and Bangladesh, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on September 2, 2024. — AFP
Pakistan head coach Jason Gillespie attends a press conference at the end of the fourth day of the second and last Test cricket match between Pakistan and Bangladesh, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on September 2, 2024. — AFP

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to replace foreign head coaches with local talent. According to sources, the contract of red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie is expected to be terminated prematurely.

The PCB has initiated the process of appointing a Pakistani head coach for all formats. PCB officials have stated that foreign coaches will still be considered for specialised roles in batting, bowling, and fielding.

However, the head coach position will be filled by a local candidate. The decision comes after the strained relationship between the PCB and former head coach Gary Kirsten.