Mon Oct 28 21:20:44 UTC 2024: ## Pakistan Cricket in Turmoil: Gary Kirsten Resigns as White-Ball Coach Amidst Leadership Changes

**LAHORE, PAKISTAN:** Pakistan’s cricket setup is in a state of upheaval once again, with the resignation of white-ball coach Gary Kirsten just six months after taking on the role. This news comes on the heels of a new white-ball captain, Mohammad Rizwan, being announced for the upcoming series against Australia.

The announcement of Kirsten’s resignation was met with shock and criticism from former players and pundits. Former England captain Kevin Pietersen lamented the decision, stating on X (formerly Twitter) that Pakistan cricket had taken “two steps back” by losing a coach of Kirsten’s caliber. “Stop doing it to yourselves. Too much talent to keep doing this kind of stuff,” he wrote. Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez also expressed his displeasure, labeling the situation as “Total Incompetence #Chaos.”

Kirsten’s departure marks the eighth coaching change for the Pakistan men’s cricket team since August 2021, a period that has also seen four different chairmen of the board and six different chief selectors. This instability extends to the captaincy roles as well, with Babar Azam being replaced and reinstated in the white-ball format, and Shan Masood taking over briefly in the red-ball format.

The constant changes in the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) leadership and coaching structure have sparked concern among fans and experts. The lack of continuity and stability is raising questions about the PCB’s long-term vision for the national team. With a new white-ball captain, a departing coach, and a turbulent history of leadership changes, Pakistan cricket finds itself at a crossroads. It remains to be seen how the PCB will navigate this latest crisis and create a more stable environment for the team to flourish.

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