Jason Gillespie Could Follow Kirsten as PCB Looks to Local Coaches

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) appears ready to make a bold shift in its coaching philosophy, stepping away from foreign head coaches after a series of rocky experiences and mounting frustrations, most notably with former head coach Gary Kirsten which could signal the end of Jason Gillespie’s tenure with the team.

Insiders within the PCB suggest that Jason Gillespie, currently serving as the Test team’s head coach, may soon find his contract cut short just like Kirsten as the board leans toward appointing a Pakistani head coach to oversee all formats.

The move reflects a growing conviction within the PCB to invest in local coaching talent, driven largely by the fallout from the South African’s controversial tenure. Sources say that Kirsten’s strained relationship with the PCB has been a pivotal learning experience, forcing officials to rethink the organization’s reliance on international coaches.

This strategic pivot is likely to be formalized during Pakistan’s upcoming tour of Zimbabwe.

Under the proposed setup, foreign coaches could still be brought in to handle specialized roles—batting, bowling, and fielding—while the head coach, drawn from within Pakistan, would take charge of the broader vision and execution across all formats.

There’s a feeling among officials inside PCB that some overseas coaches tend to impose unreasonable demands, straining the board’s patience. PCB recently changed the nature of the Australian’s contract which did not sit well with the former international.

As the PCB looks inward for coaching leadership, the announcement of a new white-ball head coach for the Zimbabwe and South Africa tours is expected soon. This moment marks a pivotal shift, one that could redefine the future of Pakistan cricket.