Mohammad Yousuf Resigns From Coaching Duties at NCA

Former Pakistan captain and legendary batter Mohammad Yousuf has reportedly stepped down from his coaching responsibilities at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), bringing an end to another collaboration with the Pakistan Cricket Board.

According to reliable sources, Yousuf submitted his resignation directly to the PCB earlier this week, citing personal commitments as the primary reason behind his decision to step away from his duties.

Mohammad Yousuf, who had previously been an integral part of the men’s national team setup, served as batting coach during Pakistan’s recent tour of New Zealand but was notably absent from the coaching staff for the home series against Bangladesh. His resignation now confirms that his departure from the current management setup was by choice.

The 50-year-old was appointed as NCA batting coach to work closely with the next generation of Pakistan batters and had also been involved intermittently with the senior team in recent years. His vast experience and classical technique were seen as valuable assets, especially for a batting lineup often searching for consistency.

While the PCB has not yet issued an official statement, insiders suggest that Mohammad Yousuf’s departure was on cordial terms, with the door left open for future collaboration.

As the PCB continues to fine-tune its coaching structure amid shifting priorities and upcoming international assignments, Yousuf’s exit will likely trigger another round of reshuffling within the development pathways at the NCA.

Whether this marks the end of Mohammad Yousuf’s involvement in Pakistan cricket or just a temporary pause remains to be seen. What’s certain, however, is that his departure signals the loss of a technically sound voice from Pakistan’s evolving cricket ecosystem.