Aaqib Javed Replaces Jason Gillespie as Pakistan Head Coach For ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Former Pakistan cricketer Aaqib Javed has replaced Jason Gillespie as the new head coach for the ICC Champions Trophy . The Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed this piece of news on Monday afternoon via press release. PCB STATEMENT“During this tenure, Aqib will continue to serve as a senior member of the men’s National Selection Committee, and will be assigned additional responsibilities following the conclusion of the eight-team tournament,” the PCB said in an official statement.ALSO READ: 'Any Youngster Out There...': Warner HAILS Babar For His Brilliant KnockThe ICC Champions Trophy 2025 trophy tour continues in Taxila and Khanpur! 🏆✨Take a look at the highlights from Day 2 of the tour in Pakistan. 📸 pic.twitter.com/em4IMfboaT— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) November 17, 2024 The PCB has stated that the recruitment process for a permanent white-ball head coach will be started soon.“The PCB will initiate the recruitment process for a permanent white-ball head coach, aiming to complete the appointment by the end of the ICC Champions Trophy scheduled from 19 February to 9 March,” the board said in its statement.This is being looked at as a massive move. Aaqib is now holding dual responsibilities as the chief selector and the head coach. ALSO READ: ICC's Loss Will Be Sri Lanka's GainMeanwhile, the PCB will initiate the recruitment process for a permanent white-ball head coach, aiming to complete the appointment by the end of the ICC Champions Trophy scheduled from 19 February to 9 March.The white-ball coaching role had become vacant following the resignation of Gary Kirsten. Red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie had coached the side during the recent tour of Australia, who will now rejoin the side for the upcoming two-Test series in South Africa.WHAT LIES AHEAD FOR PAKISTANThe Pakistan men’s side is scheduled to play three ODIs and three T20Is in Zimbabwe (24 November – 5 December) and as many white-ball matches in South Africa (10-22 December). In the lead up to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Pakistan will host New Zealand and South Africa for an ODI triangular series from 8-14 February.

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Aaqib Javed Replaces Jason Gillespie as Pakistan Head Coach For ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Former Pakistan cricketer Aaqib Javed has replaced Jason Gillespie as the new head coach for the ICC Champions Trophy.

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