Pakistan’s red-ball coach Jason Gillespie has now also been elected as their white-ball coach after Gary Kirsten submitted his resignation from the post. Gillespie’s appointment comes on a temporary basis, while a new full-time head coach for white-ball cricket is expected to be announced in some time.
The PCB confirmed Kirsten’s exit, saying his resignation was accepted, while Gillespie was given the charge of the upcoming white-ball assignments against Australia and Zimbabwe.
“The Pakistan Cricket Board today announced Jason Gillespie will coach the Pakistan men’s cricket team on next month’s white-ball tour of Australia after Gary Kirsten submitted his resignation, which was accepted,” Pakistan Cricket posted on X.
Kirsten’s resignation comes after barely 6 months into his appointment as head coach of the Pakistan cricket team.
As per reports, Kirsten was in disagreement with the PCB over selection of the team and announcement of the squad for the upcoming series against Australia and Zimbabwe. The rift would eventually escalate with time, ultimately leading to Kirsten parting ways with the team.
