Pakistan Cricket Team to Get New Head Coach for Zimbabwe Tour
PCB Struggles to Find a Willing Coach
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is facing difficulties in finding a new head coach for the upcoming Zimbabwe tour. Several potential candidates have declined the offer due to security concerns and the team's recent poor performance.
Multiple Coaches Decline PCB's Offer
PCB chairman Najam Sethi has approached several coaches, including former Pakistan captains Waqar Younis and Shahid Afridi, but they have all declined the offer. Waqar Younis cited security concerns, while Afridi said he was not ready to commit.
Other potential candidates, such as Mickey Arthur, Phil Simmons, and Andy Flower, have also declined the offer. Arthur is currently coaching Sri Lanka, while Simmons and Flower are committed to the West Indies and Zimbabwe, respectively.
Security Concerns Hamper Coach Search
The security situation in Pakistan has been a major deterrent for potential coaches. The recent terrorist attack in Peshawar has raised concerns about the safety of foreign coaches in the country.
PCB has offered to provide security for the new head coach, but potential candidates are still hesitant. The recent incident has shaken their confidence and made them question the safety of coaching in Pakistan.
Pakistan's Poor Performance Raises Doubts
Pakistan's recent poor performance in international cricket has also contributed to the lack of interest from potential coaches. The team has lost several key players to retirement and injuries, and their results have suffered as a result.
Potential coaches are concerned about the team's ability to improve under their leadership. They are worried that they will be blamed for the team's failures, which could damage their reputation.
PCB Hopes to Appoint New Coach Soon
Despite the challenges, PCB remains hopeful of appointing a new head coach soon. The Zimbabwe tour is scheduled to start in April, and the team needs a coach to lead them in the series.
The PCB is considering several other candidates, including former Pakistan players and foreign coaches. They are hopeful that they will be able to find a suitable candidate who is willing to take on the challenge.
