Naqvi said Aqib Javed has been appointed as Director of High Performance.
Mike Hesson Appointed Pakistan’s New White-Ball Head Coach. The Pakistan Cricket Board has appointed former New Zealand cricketer and renowned coach, Mike Hesson, as the new white ball head coach for the Pakistan national team.
“After evaluation of numerous applications received against the vacancy, I’m pleased to announce that former New Zealand cricketer and renowned coach, Mike Hesson, will join us as the new Whiteball Head Coach for the Pakistan National Team, effective May 26th,” PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced in a statement on X.
“We look forward to his expertise and guidance in shaping the future of Pakistani cricket. Welcome to the team, Mike!”
He said Aqib Javed has been appointed as Director of High Performance.
“To strengthen our cricket infrastructure, Aqib Javed joins us as Director of High Performance, complementing Mike Hesson’s appointment as White-ball Head Coach. Together, they will play a pivotal role in the evolution and success of Pakistan Cricket,” Naqvi said.
Mike Hesson; All you need to know about Pakistan New Coach
Hesson, who previously served as head coach for New Zealand and Kenya, is also the current head coach of Islamabad United, the defending champions of the HBL Pakistan Super League. His proven track record of developing competitive teams is seen as a major asset for Pakistan’s white-ball cricket.
Mohsin Naqvi, Chairman of the PCB, welcomed Hesson’s appointment, saying, “We are delighted to announce Mike Hesson as the white-ball head coach for the Pakistan men’s cricket team. His vast international coaching experience and impressive record of building strong teams will be invaluable as we look to strengthen Pakistan’s performance in white-ball cricket. We are excited to have him on board and look forward to his leadership.”
Hesson is well-known for his successful tenure with the New Zealand national team, where he guided them to the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup final, and his influence in making New Zealand one of the leading teams in international cricket.
Mike Hesson – Profile
- Former Head Coach of New Zealand
- Led the team to the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup Final
- Known for rebuilding the team culture and developing young talent
- Coached Kenya and Argentina national cricket teams
- Coached Otago in New Zealand domestic cricket
- Appointed Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM) in 2015
- Known for strategic calmness, team-building, and leadership
- New Zealand’s longest-serving national head coach
- Oversaw record winning streaks across all formats during his tenure
- Serves as a coaching representative on the ICC Cricket Committee
