In an exclusive interview, former Pakistan head coach and seasoned international strategist Mickey Arthur opened up about the turbulent state of Pakistan cricket and shared his thoughts on the path ahead. Having coached top sides like Australia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and Karachi Kings, Arthur reflected on his emotional tenure with Pakistan and the team’s ongoing challenges.

By Saj Sadiq (May 27th, 2025)

Key topics include:

Instability Hurting Progress: “Pakistan cricket keeps shooting itself in the foot,” Arthur says, highlighting how constant changes undermine development.

Coaching Losses: He expressed disappointment over the exits of Gillespie, Kirsten, and Nielsen.

Support for Hesson: Arthur backs Mike Hesson as the “right man for the job.”

Test Performance Concerns: He called Pakistan’s current WTC position unacceptable: “Ninth is nowhere near good enough.”

Home Conditions Debate: Questions whether spin-friendly pitches help or harm long-term player growth.

Backing Babar & Rizwan: Says they’re rare talents: “Class players don’t come around very often.”

Advice to PCB: Pushes for stability, coach autonomy, and long-term player development.

Watch full interview here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hngGnele5co