Azhar Mahmood Named Pakistan Head Coach for New Zealand Series

The T20 World Cup is coming soon. All the teams are preparing hard for the global T20 event. The scenario is the same for Pakistan. Before the big tournament, Pakistan will face New Zealand in a five-match T20 series. Before that, the Pakistan Cricket Board announced Azhar Mahmood as their head coach for the series against the Kiwis. 

Azhar Mahmood’s New Responsibility:

After the World Cup 2023, Pakistan Cricket has gone through so much. From changing captains to stressing over the coach issue, a lot of changes happened. The T20 World Cup is a big event. All the teams are preparing hard for the upcoming global T20 tournament. Before that, they are scheduled to play a T20 series against New Zealand. Before stepping into the series, Azhar Mahmood was appointed as the head coach of the team for this tour.

Mahmood steps in as Pakistan’s head coach solely for the upcoming series against the Black Caps. Formerly Pakistan’s bowling coach (2016-2019), he coached Karachi Kings and Multan Sultans in the Pakistan Super League. In 2021, he led Islamabad United. With 164 games for Pakistan, Mahmood brings vast experience, claiming 162 wickets and scoring 2,421 runs. His brief stint promises a blend of expertise and fresh perspective for Pakistan’s cricketing endeavors. 

Amidst Pakistan’s quest for international T20 cricket success, Mahmood’s appointment as head coach is pivotal. With the New Zealand series approaching, his leadership is crucial. Pakistan seeks to excel in the fast-paced T20 arena, and Mahmood’s insights promise to elevate their game. As they gear up to confront a formidable opponent, Mahmood’s guidance becomes invaluable, fueling hopes for a triumphant performance on the grand stage of international cricket.

Another Notable Changes:

Wahab Riaz assumes the mantle of senior team manager, poised to infuse the squad with his seasoned leadership. With a wealth of experience, he is anticipated to provide invaluable support to the team’s endeavors. Alongside him, Mohammad Yousuf steps in as the batting coach, adding his expertise to bolster the team’s performance on the field. Notably, former spin maestro Saeed Ajmal joins the coaching staff as the spin bowling coach, aiming to impart his vast knowledge and skills to the team’s spinners.

This announcement of the coaching staff precedes the eagerly awaited squad revelation for the upcoming series against New Zealand. Serving as a dress rehearsal for the highly anticipated ICC T20 World Cup 2024, this series holds immense significance. With the coaching lineup finalized, Pakistan’s cricketing fraternity is abuzz with anticipation, eager to witness the synergy between the coaching staff and the players as they gear up to showcase their prowess on the international stage.

They have released a whole new list of the coaching staff. They are Wahab Riaz (senior team manager), Mansoor Rana (team manager), Azhar Mahmood (head coach), Mohammad Yousuf (batting coach), Saeed Ajmal (spin bowling coach), Aftab Khan (field coach), Cliffe Deacon (physiotherapist), Drikus Saiman (strength and conditioning coach), Talha Butt (analyst), Irtiza Komail (security manager), Raza Kitchlew (media and digital manager), Zain Maqsood (videographer), Dr Khurram Sarwar (doctor), and Mohammad Imran (masseur)

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