Pakistan Revamps Test Cricket Squad and Coaching Staff Ahead of England Test
Pakistan's Test cricket team is undergoing significant changes ahead of the final Test against England, with the Pakistan Cricket Board replacing seven players and appointing new coaching staff. Former Australia pacer Ashley Noffke joined as the Test bowling coach, replacing Umar Gul, and described his late-night appointment as unexpected. Alongside interim head coach Mike Hesson, Noffke is focused on fostering a positive environment amid player uncertainty following heavy defeats and squad reshuffling.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–58/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 7 Sept, 05:42 pm. Other outlets followed.