Pakistan women’s cricket team’s disappointing performance at the Women’s World Cup is expected to trigger major changes, including adjustments in the coaching and management staff.
According to sources within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), significant gaps in preparation, fitness, and execution of the national team have prompted the board to consider a comprehensive shake-up of the women’s cricket structure.
Head coach Mohammad Wasim is likely to bear the brunt of the fallout, with reports indicating that a decision has been made to replace him. Other members of the coaching staff including bowling coach Junaid Khan may also be reassigned or let go.
The PCB is reportedly keen on bringing in foreign strength and conditioning coaches to elevate players’ fitness standards and overall professionalism.
Beyond changes at the senior level, the board is also planning reforms to strengthen the women’s development pathway. These include increasing foreign tours for the Under-19 women’s team, aimed at providing young players with greater exposure and experience in varied conditions before transitioning to the national side. The PCB believes that consistent overseas experience for the U-19 squad will be crucial in bridging the gap between junior and international cricket—an area long identified as a weakness and once again exposed during the Women’s ODI World Cup.
Pakistan’s performance in the recent tournament fell short of expectations. Despite showing promise during the qualifying stages, Fatima Sana’s team has yet to win a single match and is virtually out of semifinal contention.
The upcoming overhaul of the women’s cricket management is viewed as the first step in a long-term strategy to rebuild confidence and competitiveness in the national side ahead of the upcoming international assignments.
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