The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reappointed Shahid Aslam as the batting coach of the national white-ball squads, effective immediately. Aslam, a qualified coach, has previously worked with the Pakistan team in various capacities, including assistant coach, fielding coach, and assistant manager.
Aslam’s appointment comes after the team’s recent struggles in the ODI series against Australia, where Pakistan’s batting lineup failed to perform consistently. The PCB has identified the need for a dedicated batting coach to address these issues and improve the team’s performance in the upcoming white-ball series against Zimbabwe and South Africa.
Aslam’s return to the coaching staff is based on the recommendation of interim white-ball coach Aaqib Javed, who was appointed by the PCB in November 2024. Javed, who is also the senior national selector, has left to join the players in Zimbabwe, where they will play three ODIs and three T20Is before moving on to South Africa for another white-ball rubber.
Aslam’s appointment is expected to provide stability and expertise to the team’s batting unit. He has a proven track record of working with young players and developing their skills. His experience in the High Performance Centre in Lahore will also be valuable in identifying and nurturing future batting talent.
The PCB’s decision to bring back Aslam is a sign of their commitment to improving the team’s performance in white-ball cricket. The upcoming series against Zimbabwe and South Africa will be crucial for Pakistan as they prepare for the ICC Champions Trophy in early 2025.
