Jason Gillespie Accuses Aaqib Javed of Undermining Him During Pakistan Coaching Tenure
Former Pakistan cricket coach Jason Gillespie calls interim coach Aaqib Javed a 'clown' and alleges behind-the-scenes maneuvering for the top coaching role.
- Jason Gillespie, former Pakistan Test cricket coach, claims Aaqib Javed undermined him and Gary Kirsten to secure the coaching position.
- Gillespie resigned in December 2024, less than eight months into his two-year contract, citing challenges within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
- Aaqib Javed, now interim head coach, attributed Pakistan's poor performance to frequent changes in leadership, with 16 coaches and 26 selectors replaced in two years.
- Gillespie responded to Javed's comments by posting on Instagram, calling Javed's analysis 'hilarious' and labeling him a 'clown.'
- The PCB continues to search for a full-time head coach while Javed remains in the interim role following Pakistan's early exit from the Champions Trophy.