Jason Gillespie opens up on chaotic Pakistan head coach's job; ‘politics got in the way, left me completely humiliated’

Former Australian cricketer Jason Gillespie opened up on his chaotic tenure as the head coach of Pakistan, stating he “felt completely humiliated” during turbulent nine-month stint. Gillespie was appointed as the head coach of the Pakistan Test side on April 28, 2024.

On the same day, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) also appointed South African Gary Kirsten as the head coach of the white-ball teams and Azhar Mahmood as all-format assistant coach. However, six months down the line, Kirsten stepped down from his position.

The PCB then entrusted Gillespie with the white-ball responsibilities too. However, two months later, Gillespie stepped down too. The former Australia fast bowler had time and again spoken publicly against Gillespie about the treatment he received during his time as coach and over the non-payment of dues.

The 50-year-old once again opened up against PCB in a question and answer session on X. Responding to a fan's comment which said, “We love you @dizzy259 from Pakistan. You left our team but not a place from our hearts”, Gillespie stated that he still has good relationships with some of the players but politics and ego came in the way.

“I really loved working with the players and I still have regular contact with a number of the lads. Sadly, politics and egos got in the way,” Gillespie said.