The Pakistan cricket team’s performance in the 2025 Champions Trophy has been nothing short of disappointing. After a crushing defeat at the hands of New Zealand at home, followed by a loss to India, the host country found itself out of the semi-final race within just five days of the tournament’s commencement. As a result, the head coach of the PCB team, Javed, is reportedly on the chopping block, with the board preparing to dismiss him due to the team’s poor show.
The team’s early exit from the Champions Trophy has drawn widespread criticism, with former players laying the blame not just on the players and coaching staff, but also on the selectors. It’s been a tumultuous period for Pakistan cricket, with the team struggling to find its footing in recent years. The constant changes in the coaching staff and selection committee have only added to the turmoil.
Aqib Javed was appointed head coach after Gary Kirsten’s dismissal last year, but it seems his tenure may be cut short. According to a PCB source, “The board has not yet decided if there will be different head coaches for the Pakistan team, but it’s certain that the support staff will undergo changes.” This statement suggests that the board is considering a shake-up, but the extent of the changes remains unclear.
Finding the right candidate to take over as head coach will be a significant challenge for the Cricket Board. As the source noted, “The way the board has been changing coaches and selectors since last year, it will be tough to find other candidates for these posts.” The constant turnover has likely deterred potential candidates, making it even more difficult for the board to find the right person to lead the team forward. With the team’s fortunes at an all-time low, the board faces an uphill task in revitalizing the squad and restoring the nation’s pride in its cricket team.