The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has started the hiring process for new coaches for the men’s cricket team, with a special focus on preparing for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This tournament will be the first ICC event held in Pakistan since the 1996 ODI World Cup.
Coaching Roles Open for Applications
- Positions Available:
- The PCB is seeking a fielding coach, a mental performance coach, and a special skills coach specifically for white-ball cricket.
- These roles are crucial as Pakistan gears up for the upcoming Champions Trophy, where they aim to perform at their best.
- Current Coaches:
- Jason Gillespie and Gary Kirsten are already on board as head coaches for the Test and ODI-T20I teams, respectively. Tim Nielsen serves as the high-performance coach.
- The fielding and mental performance coach roles were previously held by Simon Helmot and David Reid during the T20 World Cup, but these positions are now open.
Focus on Champions Trophy 2025
- Tournament Significance:
- The Champions Trophy 2025 is a priority for the PCB as it marks Pakistan’s return to hosting a major ICC event after nearly three decades.
- Renovations are underway at two of the three venues selected for the tournament, underscoring the board’s commitment to delivering a successful event.
Application Details
- Application Deadline:
- Interested candidates for these coaching positions can submit their applications until September 4.
Pakistan Women’s Team
- Coaching Search:
- The PCB is also in search of a permanent head coach for the Pakistan women’s cricket team.
- Muhammad Wasim served as the interim head coach during the Women’s Asia Cup in Sri Lanka in June, but the board is now looking for a long-term solution.