Mike Hesson named as Pakistan limited overs coach
- The Pakistan Cricket Board appointed Mike Hesson as Pakistan men's white-ball head coach effective May 26, 2025.
- Hesson replaces Gary Kirsten, who resigned on October 29, 2024, following differences with the PCB just seven months into the role.
- Hesson, currently Islamabad United's head coach and former New Zealand coach who led them to the 2015 World Cup final, was chosen after an extensive selection process.
- PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said, "After evaluation of numerous applications," he is pleased to announce Hesson's appointment and expects his expertise to benefit Pakistan cricket.
- Alongside Hesson, former pacer Aqib Javed joined as Director of High Performance to strengthen the cricket infrastructure and support future progress.
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Pakistan Cricket Board Appoints Former RCB Coach As New White-Ball Head Coach
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday announced the appointment of Mike Hesson as the white-ball head coach of the Pakistan mens cricket team effective from May 26, a day after the culmination of the PSL 2025 season.
Mike Hesson confirmed as new head coach of Pakistan, Aaqib Javed moves to different role
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday named Mike Hesson as the new white-ball head coach of the national men’s cricket team, effective 26 May 2025, in a major shake-up aimed at revitalising Pakistan’s limited-overs performance. Hesson, a seasoned international coach best known for his successful stint with New Zealand, was chosen following an extensive selection process. The position became vacant after Pakistan’s tour of New Zealand in Ap…
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