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The Hindu
26-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
PAK vs BAN: Azhar Mahmood not part of Pakistan's support staff for Bangladesh T20 series
Azhar Mahmood has been dropped from Pakistan's support staff for the home series against Bangladesh. Azhar, who has been part of the support staff for the last five years in different capacities, has not been retained for the three-match T20 series. Australian player Ashley Noffke has been named as the bowling coach to assist new white-ball head coach Mike Hesson while a former First-Class local player, Hanif Malik, has been named as batting coach. Hesson was appointed the white-ball head coach earlier this month on a two-year contract. The PCB has also invited applications for the batting, bowling and fielding coaches positions besides strength and conditioning coach. June 5 is the deadline for candidates to apply and a reliable source said that the support staff management announced for the Bangladesh series was on an interim basis. He said that Mahmood was under consideration for the position of red-ball head coach. The PCB, since 2023, has changed its head coach and coaches frequently with foreigners Grant Bradburn, Mickey Arthur, Simon Helmet, Gary Kirsten, Jason Gillespie and locals Muhammad Hafeez and Aaqib Javed all remaining head coaches or high performance coaches for a few months before being sacked or stepping down.
NDTV
26-05-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
Azhar Mahmood Not Part Of Pakistan's Support Staff For Bangladesh Series
Azhar Mahmood has been dropped from Pakistan's support staff for the home series against Bangladesh. Azhar, who has been part of the support staff for the last five years in different capacities, has not been retained for the three-match T20 series. Australian player Ashley Noffke has been named as the bowling coach to assist new white ball head coach Mike Hesson while a former first class local player, Hanif Malik, has been named as batting coach. Hesson was appointed the white ball head coach earlier this month on a two-year contract. The PCB has also invited applications for the batting, bowling and fielding coaches positions besides strength and conditioning coach. June 5 is the deadline for candidates to apply and a reliable source said that the support staff management announced for the Bangladesh series was on an interim basis. He said that Azhar Mahmood was under consideration for the position of red ball head coach. The PCB since 2023 has changed its head coach and coaches frequently with foreigners Grant Bradburn, MickeyArthur, Simon Helmet, Gary Kirsten, Jason Gillespie and locals Muhammad Hafeez and Aaqib Javed all remaining head coaches or high performance coaches for a few months before being sacked or stepping down.
India.com
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Ebba, married to star Pakistan cricketer, she is CEO of three companies, worked with Shah Rukh Khan, her husband is...
Image credit: Source: Instagram Ebba Qureshi played a role in Azhar Mahmood playing in IPL when Pakistan cricketers were banned Ebba Qureshi played a role in Azhar Mahmood playing in IPL when Pakistan cricketers were banned. She asked her husband's agent to put his name in the IPL auction and he was picked as a British national. "We were looked after so well by the team owners (Preity Zinta in Kings XI Punjab and Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla in Kolkata Knight Riders)," Ebba told Khaleej Times.
Express Tribune
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Azhar expresses interest in Pak coaching
Former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood has expressed interest in becoming the next head coach of the national men's cricket team, as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) continues its search to fill the high-profile role. Speaking to a local sports platform, the 50-year-old confirmed his intention to apply for the position. "I'm definitely going to apply for the Pakistan team head coach role," Azhar stated. Currently serving as an assistant coach, Azhar has previously held the role of bowling coach and remains a familiar figure in Pakistan's coaching setup. His announcement comes at a crucial time, with the PCB looking to finalise its coaching staff ahead of a packed international schedule, including preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Meanwhile, the cricket board is actively engaged in consultations regarding the new head coach appointment. A final decision is expected after the May 4 application deadline. Among the frontrunners is Mike Hesson, former New Zealand coach and current head coach of Islamabad United. His name has been under serious consideration during ongoing discussions, and insiders suggest he is a strong candidate for the role. Hesson, who coached New Zealand from 2012 to 2018, has also built a solid reputation in franchise cricket, including roles in the Indian Premier League (IPL). If appointed, he would be tasked with leading Pakistan's white-ball squads, starting with the upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh from May 25. The T20I series will be played at two venues - Faisalabad and Lahore - from 25 May to 3 June.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Former Pakistan all-rounder showcases interest in Pakistan cricket team head coach position as PCB searches for new leadership
Azhar Mahmood Former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood has announced his intention to apply for the Pakistan cricket team's head coach position by the May 5 deadline, following the resignations of Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie last year. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is currently seeking a new head coach and Director of the National Cricket Academy after both foreign coaches departed less than eight months into their two-year contracts. The PCB has appointed selector Aaqib Javed as interim head coach until the T20 series in New Zealand. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Azhar Mahmood stated he has "gained a lot of experience while working as assistant and bowling coach of the Pakistan team in recent years," having worked alongside Mickey Arthur , Kirsten, and Gillespie. Former test spinner Saqlain Mushtaq, who has previous experience as interim head coach and bowling coach with the national team, is considered another strong candidate for future roles. New Zealand's Mike Hesson, currently coaching the undefeated Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League, is reportedly the front-runner for the head coach position. Hesson had previously declined the role two years ago due to other commitments. The PCB has not yet decided whether to appoint separate coaches for red and white ball teams or maintain a single coach for both formats. Pakistan's upcoming international season begins with a five-match T20 series against Bangladesh at home in late May and early June. Quiz: Who's that IPL player? The national team has experienced significant turnover in coaching staff since 2023, with several foreign coaches departing on less-than-ideal terms. These include Mickey Arthur, Grant Bradburn, Andrew Puttick, Morne Morkel, Tim Nielsen, Simon Helmot, Yasir Arafat, Kirsten, and Gillespie. A Father's Pride: How RR, Dravid & Vikram Shaped Vaibhav Suryavanshi The board has also worked with local coaches, including Saqlain Mushtaq, Muhammad Hafeez, and Aaqib Javed, along with various local batting, bowling, and fielding coaches.
