Controversy in Pakistan! Players revolt against Mike Hesson after T20 World Cup 2026 exit due to THIS huge reason
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Fresh claims of dressing room dissatisfaction against coach Mike Hesson has jolted Pakistan Cricket.
Pakistan Cricket has come in the spot light following their exit from the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, where they were knocked out before the semi-finals. Following their elimination in the Super 8 stage, Pakistan players have been in the news for various reasons.
There were reports that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) are looking to change their T20 setup after a lacklustre tournament. There have been rumours circulating around PCB chairman being unhappy with captain Salman Ali Agha and some senior players like Babar Azam because of their poor performances.
There were also reports around the Pakistan squad being fined heavily after their defeat to arch-rivals India. And days after their T20 World Cup exit, another speculation has jolted Pakistan Cricket.
PCB faces fresh headache as player complaints against Mike Hesson
In the middle of all the chaos, there are reports that Pakistan may look for a new white-ball head coach. According to Geo Super, the Pakistan players have revolted against the current head coach Mike Hesson.
“During the tournament, several Pakistan players are said to have individually approached PCB officials to complain about the coach’s behaviour,” the report stated.
The report added:
“Insiders allege that his rigid approach and decisions taken without consultation unsettled the dressing room. It is further claimed that key matters were decided without consulting the captain, with Hesson frequently intervening in all aspects of team management.”
“Senior officials are currently reviewing his conduct with the squad and are expected to examine the tour report before holding detailed discussions with the coach,” it stated.
The reports claim that both the selection panel and captain Salman Ali Agha were unable to challenge Hesson’s authority, with the coach reportedly exercising sweeping control over team affairs.
Amidst all this, Mike Hesson may not be sacked yet. “Hesson is understood to have signed a two-year contract with the PCB, and the board remains committed to maintaining stability in the head coach’s role,” the report stated.
There were reports of former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed taking over as the new head coach of the Pakistan Test team. After this circumstantial revolt by the Pakistan players, the PCB might have to look elsewhere for their white-ball head coach.
Why are Pakistan players reportedly unhappy with Mike Hesson?
Reports suggest players were unsettled by his rigid approach and decisions taken without consultation during the T20 World Cup 2026.
Is Mike Hesson likely to be sacked as head coach?
As of now, no final decision has been taken, and Hesson is understood to have a two-year contract with the PCB.
Which players complained to the Pakistan Cricket Board about Mike Hesson?
According to Geo Super, several players including captain Salman Ali Agha approached PCB officials regarding the coach’s behaviour.
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