The situation within the Pakistan cricket team seems far from ideal. Reports suggest that Test team coach Jason Gillespie has resigned from his position. On Thursday, Gillespie reportedly informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) about his decision. However, the PCB has yet to release an official statement on the matter.
Resignation Just Before the South Africa Tour?
Media reports claim that Gillespie resigned just hours before the team was set to depart for their South Africa tour. Allegedly, the PCB’s refusal to renew the contract of assistant coach Tim Nielsen played a key role in his decision. It is believed that Gillespie was unhappy with this development.
Unhappy with PCB Decisions?
Earlier this year, the PCB had appointed former Australian pacer Gillespie as the Test team coach on a two-year contract. However, reports indicate that Gillespie was dissatisfied with several PCB decisions. Similar issues had surfaced during the home series against England.
Former Pakistani Bowler Likely to Take Over
Reports suggest that Aaqib Javed might be appointed as the interim coach of Pakistan’s Test team. He is already serving in an interim capacity for the white-ball team and has been contracted as coach until the Champions Trophy. Javed is currently in South Africa, where Pakistan is scheduled to play three T20s, three ODIs, and two Test matches.