Azhar’s appointment also reflects the board’s move towards role-specific coaching. With Hesson overseeing white-ball formats, Mahmood’s red-ball role allows for clearer planning and preparation.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday announced Azhar Mahmood as the acting red-ball head coach of the Pakistan men's team. Mahmood will serve in this role until the conclusion of his current ...

Pakistan have named former all-rounder Azhar Mahmood as their interim red-ball head coach. The team ended at the bottom of the table in the 2023-25 cycle of the World Test Championship. Written by ...

The PCB officially confirmed Mahmood's appointment on Monday, stating that the 50-year-old will serve as acting red-ball head coach until the conclusion of his current contract in April 2026.

Azhar Mahmood turned out for Punjab Kings in IPL 2012 and 2013 season. (Source: X) Pakistan Cricket Board are finally appointed new head coach for their red-ball team.

The source said that if Azhar is released before his contract expires, the PCB will have to compensate him with six months' salary -- a payment of approximately PKR 450 million (USD 160,000).

Pakistan assistant coach Azhar Mahmood speaks during press conference, in Multan, Pakistan, Monday, Oct. 14, 2024. Credit: AP/K.M. Chaudary ...

Azhar Mahmood has been named acting red-ball head coach of the Pakistan men’s team, set to lead the side through the 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship campaign ...

Former all-rounder Azhar Mahmood was on Monday elevated to the post of Pakistan's acting red-ball head coach until the conclusion of his current contract, which runs until April next year.

Former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood has been appointed as the acting red-ball head coach of the Pakistan Men's team, the Pakistan Cricket Board said on Monday.Mahmood will serve in this ...