Shaun Tait to return as coach for Pakistan [Source: AFP]In a strategic move, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have reportedly appointed former Australian pacer Shaun Tait as bowling consultant. Notably, this will be his second stint with the men in green in a coaching role.Pakistan have been going through a tough time as their results have dropped across formats. From losing Test series to fumbling knockout games, the men in green are struggling to remain relevant and competitive.Shaun Tait returns as Pakistan coachIn a desperate move to revive the team, the PCB has reportedly signed Shaun Tait as bowling coach. According to Samaa TV, Tait has accepted the offer and is likely to fly down from Australia to join the Pakistan squad soon.Once in Pakistan, he will meet PCB officials and the national team's management. His appointment will become official after those meetings and the signing of the agreement.Notably, Pakistan are set to host Sri Lanka from October 9 in a three-game T20I series. So, if everything goes according to plan, Shaun Tait can take charge as Pakistan’s bowling coach starting this month.Also Read - PCB’s Likely Changes In Pakistan Squad For Sri Lanka T20I Series Based On Asian Games 2026Tait’s previous stint with PakistanThat said, former fast bowler from Australia Shaun Tait isn't a completely new face in Pakistan cricket. He previously worked with the national team as bowling coach from 2022 to 2023.So, rather than bringing in someone unfamiliar, the PCB are opting for a coach who already knows the environment. Moreover, before this reported return to Pakistan, Tait was working as Bangladesh's bowling coach.However, he left that position in June 2026. The reason, according to the report, was related to the demands of a full-time coaching role. For some reason, things didn’t work out with BCB.Regardless, for PCB, it’s a blessing in disguise. Shaun Tait is a well-known ex-pacer with 62 ODI and 28 T20I wickets. His career spanned over 3 Tests, 35 ODIs and 21 T20Is before his formal retirement in 2017.Also Read - Prithvi Shaw Named Maharashtra Captain For Ranji Trophy 2026/27 Opener
