{"id":121898,"date":"2025-06-30T18:04:05","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T13:04:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pni.net.pk\/en\/?p=121898"},"modified":"2025-06-30T18:04:05","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T13:04:05","slug":"pcb-appoints-azhar-mahmood-as-red-ball-acting-head-coach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pni.net.pk\/en\/latest-sports-news\/cricket-news\/pcb-appoints-azhar-mahmood-as-red-ball-acting-head-coach\/","title":{"rendered":"PCB appoints Azhar Mahmood as red-ball acting head-coach"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>LAHORE, Jun 30 :The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday appointed Azhar Mahmood as the red-ball acting head-coach of Pakistan Men\u2019s team.<br \/>\nAccording to a PCB hand-out,the former Pakistan all-rounder will serve in this role until the conclusion of his current contract.<br \/>\nA seasoned cricketing mind,Azhar Mahmood steps into the role with an impressive portfolio of experience.Having served as the assistant head coach of the national side,Azhar has long been a pivotal part of the team\u2019s strategic core.His deep knowledge of the game,combined with hands-on international exposure and proven success in the English county circuit,make him exceptionally well-suited for this position.<br \/>\nHis red-ball pedigree was underscored by two County Championship titles\u2014an achievement that speaks volumes about his leadership,tactical acumen and unwavering commitment to excellence.<br \/>\nThe PCB was confident that under Azhar\u2019s guidance,the red-ball squad will continue to grow in strength,discipline and performance on the global stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LAHORE, Jun 30 :The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday appointed Azhar Mahmood as the red-ball acting head-coach of Pakistan Men\u2019s team. 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