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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has terminated Mohammad Wasim’s appointment as head coach of the national women’s cricket team following a disastrous 2025 World Cup campaign that yielded zero victories.
The PCB confirmed Wasim’s departure in an official statement, announcing that recruitment for his successor is currently underway. An announcement regarding the new head coach will be made in due course.
Disappointing World Cup Campaign
Pakistan’s performance at the 2025 Women’s World Cup marked a historic low point. Under captain Fatima Sana’s leadership and Wasim’s coaching, the team finished seventh with just three points, failing to register a single win throughout the tournament.
The team suffered comprehensive defeats against Bangladesh, India, Australia, and South Africa. Matches against England and Sri Lanka were abandoned due to adverse weather conditions, denying Pakistan potential opportunities for points.
Performance Decline Under Wasim
Appointed in 2024, Wasim oversaw a consistent deterioration in team standards despite receiving full institutional support from the PCB. Sources indicate his coaching tenure was marked by several critical issues:
Batting Collapse: Ironically, despite Wasim’s background as a batsman, Pakistan’s batting became the team’s most vulnerable department under his guidance.
Management Conflicts: Reports suggest Wasim’s abrasive temperament created friction with support staff, including batting and bowling coaches, as well as several players.
Strategic Failures: Although granted authority over team selection and support staff appointments, Wasim’s decisions failed to yield positive results.
Broader Team Concerns
Beyond batting struggles, Pakistan’s bowling attack experienced continued regression, while fielding standards showed no measurable improvement throughout Wasim’s tenure.
The PCB now faces the challenge of identifying a coach capable of revitalizing Pakistan women’s cricket and restoring competitiveness on the international stage.
