Who is the new head coach for the Hyderabad team in the Pakistan Super League?

Jason Gillespie, former Australia all-rounder, has been named the head coach for the new Hyderabad team in the Pakistan Super League.

When does Jason Gillespie's coaching tenure with the Hyderabad PSL team begin?

Gillespie will build the team for the PSL auction on February 11 and will guide them in the 2026 season, which starts on March 26.

What issues surround Jason Gillespie's return to Pakistan cricket?

Gillespie's return follows his resignation as Pakistan's Test coach in December 2024 and involves an unresolved dispute over unpaid dues with the Pakistan Cricket Board.

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Gillespie Returns to Pakistan Cricket Amidst Payment Dispute

29 Jan

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Summary

Jason Gillespie appointed head coach for Hyderabad in Pakistan Super League.
Gillespie resigned from Pakistan head coach role in December 2024.
Unresolved payment issues with PCB were cited by Gillespie.

Gillespie Returns to Pakistan Cricket Amidst Payment Dispute

Jason Gillespie is set to coach the new Hyderabad franchise in the Pakistan Super League, beginning with the 2026 season on March 26. He will assemble the team for the PSL auction on February 11. This appointment signifies Gillespie's reentry into Pakistan cricket after his departure as the national Test team's head coach in December 2024. His exit from the previous role was abrupt and occurred just before a series against South Africa.

Gillespie has expressed excitement about joining the Hyderabad team. However, his return is complicated by claims that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has not settled all his outstanding payments from his time as the red-ball coach. The PCB has contested these claims, stating that Gillespie resigned without fulfilling a required notice period and refuting the accusations of non-payment.