​Pakistan’s fielding coach Shane McDermott has stepped down ahead of the national team’s forthcoming tours of the West Indies and England, bringing his tenure to an end after roughly a year in the role. According to news agency PTI, quoting unnamed sources, McDermott will not accompany the squad on either tour. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to appoint Mansoor Amjad as his successor. Amjad has prior experience as the fielding coach for Pakistan Shaheens and the Under-19 team. A PTI source stated, “Mansoor Amjad who has been the fielding coach with the Pakistan Shaheens and under-19 is likely to replace McDermott.”
Pakistan is scheduled to depart on Monday for a two-Test series in the West Indies, followed by a three-Test series in England. The PCB has not disclosed a formal reason for McDermott’s resignation. His departure marks another exit among foreign coaching staff in Pakistan cricket, a pattern that has continued with little official explanation in recent years. Notable earlier departures include trainer and physiotherapist Cliffe Deacon, as well as former head coaches Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie.
McDermott joined the Pakistan setup in 2025, taking over from Mohammad Masroor as the national team’s fielding coach. His first assignment with Pakistan was the three-match T20I series in Bangladesh in July 2025. Before taking on the Pakistan role, McDermott served as an assistant fielding coach with Bangladesh for three years and spent another three years in a similar capacity with Sri Lanka.
Pakistan cricket has witnessed a notable turnover of foreign coaches, trainers, and physiotherapists in recent times. One of the most high-profile exits occurred in 2019 when Steve Rixon resigned after disagreements with the board. Since Mickey Arthur’s initial tenure as head coach, the Pakistan men’s team has continued to emphasize improvements in fitness and fielding, making them central to the team’s overall strategy and performance. The ongoing shifts in the support staff reflect the evolving priorities within Pakistan cricket as the board seeks continued progress and consistency across formats.