Cricket updates: Pakistan appoints new coach and Santner previews India tour

The Pakistan cricket team is undergoing significant restructuring. Former Australian cricketer Ashley Noffke has been appointed as the new bowling coach for the team's tour of England, replacing Umar Gul. Noffke revealed that he received an unexpected notification at 3:00 AM informing him of his immediate deployment to England. He noted that while he is not part of the selection process, the appointment marks a shift toward integrating younger players into the squad.

In separate cricket news, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has commented on the upcoming Indian tour of New Zealand scheduled for October and November. Santner expressed that the local pitches will present a major challenge for Indian batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, stating he hopes they do not find favorable conditions. Santner also noted that the tour will be a testing period for India's younger Test players who are unfamiliar with New Zealand's playing conditions.