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‘I Realised Quickly I Had No Influence’: Kirsten on Quitting Pakistan Job

  • Gary Kirsten resigned as Pakistan's white-ball coach six months after his April 2024 appointment due to external interference and lack of authority.
  • Kirsten quickly realized he had little influence over team selection and coaching decisions, which made it difficult to positively affect the team.
  • He praised the Pakistan players for their talent and professionalism but noted they face massive pressure and disruption when external voices interfere with team leadership.
  • Kirsten expressed that he would be willing to return to Pakistan as a coach if the opportunity arose, provided it was for the benefit of the players and under appropriate conditions, emphasizing that cricket teams should be managed by individuals with a cricket background.
  • His departure highlights challenges in Pakistan cricket administration, implying success requires reducing outside interference and strengthening cricket-specific management.
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India Today broke the news in India on Sunday, June 15, 2025.
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