The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, officially announced the appointment of former New Zealand cricketer and renowned coach Mike Hesson as Pakistan's new white-ball coach.

The appointment is effective immediately, starting from May 26.

Naqvi took to the social media platform 'X' to share the news, stating, "I am pleased to announce the appointment of former New Zealand cricketer and renowned coach Mike Hesson as the white-ball head coach of the Pakistan men's team.

"Mike brings with him a wealth of international experience and a proven track record of developing competitive sides. We look forward to his expertise and leadership in shaping the future of Pakistan's white-ball cricket. Welcome to the team, Mike!" Hesson's appointment comes ahead of Pakistan's five-match T20I series against Bangladesh this month. Meanwhile, The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tueday announced the appointement of former fast bowler and seasoned coach Aqib Javed as the new Director of High Performance. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi confirmed the appointment on Tuesday via his official account on X (formerly Twitter), calling it a strategic move to strengthen Pakistan's cricketing framework.

"To strengthen our cricket infrastructure, we are pleased to welcome Aqib Javed as the Director of High Performance. His appointment, alongside Mike Hesson as the white-ball head coach, marks a significant step forward in our strategic vision for Pakistan cricket.

"Together, their expertise and leadership will play a pivotal role in the development, evolution, and success of our national setup."

The 52-year-old, a member of Pakistan's 1992 World Cup-winning squad, brings a wealth of experience as both a player and coach.

He has played a key role in nurturing young talent at the grassroots level and has coached across various domestic and international platforms, including a successful stint with the UAE national team.

The position was previously held by Nadeem Khan, who stepped down earlier. Javed's appointment comes during a transitional phase in Pakistan's coaching structure, which has seen several high-profile departures in recent months.

Malik steps down

Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik has officially confirmed his resignation from the mentorship panel for domestic teams and the Champions Cup.

Malik issued a statement on his social media platforms, expressing gratitude to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for the opportunity to contribute to domestic cricket. He disclosed that he had submitted his resignation two weeks earlier, citing challenges in managing multiple professional and personal responsibilities.

"Two weeks ago, I informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) of my decision to step down from my role as domestic cricket mentor after much consideration and submitted my formal resignation in writing," Malik stated.

"This was not an easy choice, but after reflecting on my commitments, I realised that juggling multiple responsibilities would prevent me from giving my best- both to Pakistan cricket and to my other professional and personal priorities. To ensure fairness to all, I believe this is the right time to transition," he added.

The veteran all-rounder confirmed that he would honor all existing contractual obligations to ensure a smooth transition and give the PCB adequate time to appoint a successor ahead of the upcoming domestic season. He also extended his gratitude to PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, Director of Champions Events Wahab Riaz, the PCB executive team, and his fellow coaching staff. Malik expressed particular appreciation for the players he mentored, describing the experience as "immensely fulfilling."

"I will fulfill my contractual obligations as planned, allowing the PCB ample time to appoint a new Mentor well ahead of the next season," he continued.

I am deeply grateful to PCB Chairman Mr. Mohsin Naqvi, the PCB executive team, my former teammate and Director of Champions Events Wahab Riaz, my coaching staff at the Stallions, and, most importantly, the players who entrusted me with the opportunity to share my knowledge."