Head coach of Pakistan’s white-ball team, Gary Kirsten, has resigned from his position on Monday morning, sending shock waves across cricketing circles. According to sources, Kirsten decided to resign due to disagreements with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
Yesterday, reports emerged that there were severe disagreements between Kirsten and the PCB regarding team selection and matters related to support staff. Kirsten had threatened not to join the team for the Australia tour if his demands were not met.
The disagreements stemmed from Kirsten’s insistence on having his way and not adhering to the contract. He was pressing for his preferences in the white-ball team and central contract categories and demanded the inclusion of his preferred foreign support staff.
Kirsten conflict wiht PCB:
According to Geo, relations between Gary Kirsten and the PCB have deteriorated due to Kirsten’s insistence on having things his way and not adhering to the contract. Kirsten was pushing his preferences in the white-ball team and central contract categories and was also demanding the inclusion of his preferred foreign support staff.
According to the contract, Gary refused to stay in Pakistan and insisted on joining the team five to six days before a series or tour. The PCB reminded him that the contract allowed for one month of leave per year. Sources also mentioned that Kirsten was reminded of his commitment to be available for 11 months, but he failed to make himself available fully during or after the Champions Cup.
Kirsten even threatened not to go to Australia until the contract for mental performance coach David Reid was clarified.
PCB has taken a firm stance on enforcing the contract and Kirsten’s demands and wants full adherence to the agreement. The board has decided not to be swayed by Kirsten’s threats and maintained that any future decisions are for Kirsten to make.
The Pakistan team will play three ODIs and three T20 Internationals in Australia, with the ODI series starting on November 4.
