The clarification came after several media outlets reported Gillespie's ouster from the role and claimed former pacer and member of PCB selection committee Aaqib Javed as his successor across formats.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cPCB strongly refutes the story. As announced previously, Jason Gillespie will continue to coach the Pakistan side for the two red-ball matches against South Africa,\u201d read the statement on X.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Gillespie was given the additional charge of white-ball team after Gary Kirsten's resignation as head coach before the ongoing tour of Australia, leaving a significant void in the team\u2019s coaching structure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Kirsten\u2019s resignation earlier this month reportedly stemmed from differences with the PCB on several matters. He was reluctant to remain in Pakistan as stipulated in his contract, preferring instead to join the team shortly before series or tours. Additionally, Kirsten did not ensure his availability during and after the Champions Cup, despite being reminded of the contractual requirement to commit to 11 months of the year.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Gillespie was given the additional charge of white-ball team after Gary Kirsten's resignation as head coach before the ongoing tour of Australia, leaving a significant void in the team\u2019s coaching structure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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