Cricket Pakistan Coaching Row Intensifies
The controversy surrounding the coaching setup has added to the uncertainty surrounding the team's preparation for the upcoming series, with Gillespie and Javed engaging in a war of words on social media, and the PCB facing a challenging task to resolve the issue and ensure the team's stability.
Former Pakistan red-ball coach Jason Gillespie has launched a scathing attack on interim Head Coach Aaqib Javed, terming his remarks as "hilarious" and accusing him of secretly campaigning for a coaching role across all formats.
Gillespie, who resigned as Pakistan's Test coach in December, cited inconsistent performances and internal challenges as the reason for his departure. He was succeeded by Javed as interim white-ball coach. However, the controversy surrounding the coaching setup has escalated, with Gillespie labeling Javed a "clown" and accusing him of undermining him and former white-ball coach Gary Kirsten to grab the coaching job for himself.
The controversy comes ahead of Pakistan's tour of New Zealand, which begins on March 16, with Javed in charge of the team. Gillespie claims that Javed's comments about the instability in Pakistan's coaching setup, citing the departure of 16 coaches and 26 selectors in the last two years, were an attempt to undermine him and Kirsten. Javed has yet to respond to the allegations, which have added to the uncertainty surrounding the team's preparation for the upcoming series.
The coaching row has raised concerns about the team's stability and preparation for the series against New Zealand. With the tour just around the corner, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will be under pressure to resolve the issue and ensure that the team is focused on the task at hand.
