Pakistan Super League’s newest franchise, Hyderabad, has appointed Jason Gillespie as its head coach ahead of the upcoming season.
Media reports confirm that negotiations between Gillespie and the Hyderabad franchise concluded successfully, leading to a formal coaching agreement. The former Australian fast bowler will now oversee the franchise’s coaching setup for its debut campaign.
Gillespie brings extensive international and domestic coaching experience to the role. In April 2024, he joined the Pakistan setup as head coach of the Test team, working alongside Gary Kirsten, who led the white-ball sides.
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𝗝𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗲 takes charge as Head Coach of Hyderabad in #HBLPSL 🙌
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— Kingsmen Cricket (@KingsmenCricket) January 28, 2026However, Gillespie stepped down from the position in December 2024, just before Pakistan’s two-match Test series in South Africa. He cited strained relations with the Pakistan Cricket Board as the reason for his resignation.
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His appointment marks a significant step for Hyderabad as the franchise prepares for its first appearance in the Pakistan Super League, which is scheduled to begin in March.
Franchise officials believe Gillespie’s leadership and international exposure will help build a competitive squad and establish a strong foundation in the league’s highly competitive environment.
