Pakistan’s interim head coach Saqlain Mushtaq. — AFP/File
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) desires to stabilise the workforce following a disappointing ICC Champions Trophy marketing campaign.
In response to insiders, Saqlain has agreed to the function after a gathering with PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. He’s more likely to assume his tasks earlier than Pakistan’s upcoming tour of New Zealand, the place the workforce is ready to play 5 T20Is and three ODIs from March 16 to April 5.
Saqlain, who beforehand served as Pakistan’s head coach, was approached for the place earlier than the Champions Trophy however reportedly declined as a result of considerations associated to workforce choice, notably all-rounder Shadab Khan’s function.
Pakistan’s efficiency within the Champions Trophy 2025 was underwhelming, with the workforce failing to win a single sport. With senior gamers dealing with scrutiny over their type, the PCB can also be contemplating injecting recent expertise into the squad for the New Zealand collection.
Saqlain’s experience in spin bowling and his prior teaching expertise are anticipated to learn the workforce as they give the impression of being to rebuild and put together for future worldwide assignments, together with the 2026 T20 World Cup.
The official announcement concerning Saqlain Mushtaq’s appointment is predicted quickly, with PCB aiming to finalise the teaching workers forward of Pakistan’s departure for New Zealand on March 12.
