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Jason Gillespie Criticizes Pakistan Coach Aaqib Javed, Calls Him 'A Clown'

Gillespie alleges Javed undermined him and Gary Kirsten to secure coaching roles as Pakistan struggles in the Champions Trophy.

  • Former Pakistan coach Jason Gillespie accused Aaqib Javed of undermining him and ex-white-ball coach Gary Kirsten to gain control of the national team.
  • Gillespie called Javed a 'clown' in response to Javed's comments blaming Pakistan's poor performance on frequent management changes.
  • Pakistan's Champions Trophy campaign ended disastrously, with the team failing to win a single match and finishing last in their group.
  • Javed, who was initially appointed as interim white-ball coach, has had his term extended despite the team's struggles in the tournament.
  • Pakistan Cricket Board has faced criticism for its instability, with 16 coaches and 26 selectors changed in the last two years.
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