Pakistan's Head Coach

Mike Hesson: Pakistan's White Ball Head Coach (Instagram.com/hesson_mike)

Pakistan's cricket coaching history is marked by frequent changes, reflecting the team's ever-changing and often tumultuous cricketing landscape.

Since becoming a full member of the International Cricket Council (ICCC), Pakistan has seen an array of head coaches, each bringing their own style and philosophy to the role.

The high turnover rate of head coach changes since 1992 show the challenging and high-pressure environment of Pakistani cricket, where coaches have often been replaced mid-tournament or during series, and some have served multiple stints. Here’s a list of Pakistan head coaches over the years.

Who is Pakistan Cricket Team Head Coach​, 'Mike Hesson'​?

Michael James Hesson (Instagram.com/@CoachHesson)

Former Kenya and New Zealand head coach, Michael James Hesson, was named the head coach for white-ball (ODIs and T20 Internationals) squads of the Pakistan men’s cricket team. On 13 May 2025, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced Hesson as Jason Gillespie’s successor who briefly served at the position after Gary Kirsten. 

Since 2023 he had been serving as the head coach of Pakistan Super League franchise Islamabad United. As a coach, he led them to the championship in Pakistan Super League 2024 edition.

Pakistan Red-Ball Head Coach 

Azhar Mahmood is Pakistan's Red-ball Coach (X.com/@AzharMahmood11)

Former all-rounder Azhar Mahmood on June 30, 2025 was promoted to the post of Pakistan's acting red-ball head coach until the conclusion of his current contract, which runs until April 2026. 

Mahmood had signed a two-year contract with the PCB in April 2024 as assistant coach across all formats along with Australia's Jason Gillespie (Tests) and South Africa’s Gary Kirsten (limited overs), however, both have been replaced by Mahmood and Mike Hesson, respectively.

What is Pakistan Cricket Head Coach​ salary​?

Pakistan cricket team head coach’s salary has not been disclosed by reliable sources. Notably, according to the sources, the PCB pays Mahmood a monthly salary of approximately PKR 7.5 million.

List of Pakistan's Cricket Head Coaches

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FAQs: Pakistan Cricket Team Head Coach​

Q.1. Who is the current head coach of the Pakistan cricket team?

Ans. New Zealand's former coach, Mike Hesson, is the current white ball head coach of the Pakistan cricket team. Moreover, Azhar Mahmood was recently elevated from assistant coach to head coach for the red-ball format. 

Q.2. Who is the new fielding coach of the Pakistan cricket team?

Ans. Early in July 2025, Shane McDermott was appointed as the new fielding coach of Pakistan Men's Cricket Team. 

Q.3. Who is the mental coach of the Pakistan cricket team?

Ans. On May 14, Pakistan has roped in New Zealand's David Reid as the national team's mental and skill conditioning coach. He had been working with Indian Premier League side Chennai Super Kings since 2021.

Q.4. Who is Pakistan's father in cricket?

Ans. The first captain of the Pakistan cricket team and a key figure in establishing the sport in the newly formed nation, Abdul Hafeez Kardar, is widely regarded as the "Father of Pakistan Cricket". 

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