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Jason Gillespie cites ‘humiliation’ by PCB as the main reason behind quitting as Pakistan Test coach: ‘Unacceptable’

Jason Gillespie cites ‘humiliation’ by PCB as the main reason behind quitting as Pakistan Test coach: ‘Unacceptable’ ByHT Sports Desk Published on: Jan 02, 2026 08:29 am IST Read this news in brief form Share Via Copy Link Former Australia pacer Jason Gillespie alleges “humiliation” by the Pakistan Cricket Board, leading to his eventual resignation as the Test coach. Former Australian pacer Jason Gillespie said that he was “humiliated” by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on several occasions, which ultimately led to his resignation as Test coach. The 50-year-old called time on his coaching career with Pakistan last year, resigning from the post just eight months into his tenure after being appointed as the Test coach.

Jason Gillespie reveals why he quit as Pakistan coach

Jason Gillespie reveals why he quit as Pakistan coach

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Key Highlights

  • During a question-and-answer session on X (formerly ), Gillespie revealed that the PCB sacked senior assistant coach Tim Nielsen without any communication, and this proved to be the final nail.
  • Jason Gillespie reveals why he quit as Pakistan coach.
  • (AP) During his tenure, Gillespie oversaw Pakistan defeating England 2-1 on home soil in the three-match Test series.
  • However, after the loss in the series opener, Gillespie also had the tough task of seeing Babar Azam being dropped from the playing XI owing to poor form.
  • Gillespie's tenure also didn't get off to an ideal start as Pakistan were blanked 2-0 by Bangladesh in a two-match Test series at home.
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Sources

  1. Jason Gillespie cites ‘humiliation’ by PCB as the main reason behind quitting as Pakistan Test coach: ‘Unacceptable’

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