Islamabad United part ways from Dean Jones

• United won title twice during Jones four-year run with the team.
• The 58-year-old disappointed to part ways with the franchise.
• Former United boss says he has some big news coming soon for the fans.

Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Islamabad United have sacked the Head Coach Dean Jones, despite lifting the title twice during his four-year run with the team.

Dean Jones himself announced the new on his twitter account saying that he is disappointed to part ways with the franchise.

“After discussions with the owners of Islamabad United, they have decided to go with a new coach this year,” said the former Australian batsman. “Slightly disappointed after the fact that we win two championships and won six playoffs out of eight.”

@IsbUnited @thePSLt20

Big news! pic.twitter.com/y1MgW3Ue0N

— Dean Jones AM (@ProfDeano) November 6, 2019

“It was wonderful four years as we got to see some great kids go on to play for Pakistan. I wish the franchise all the best,” he added.

The 58-year-old was also one of the contenders for the Pakistan’s head coach position, but Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) voted in favour of Misbah ul Haq for the helm.

Former United boss concluded that he has some big news coming soon for the fans.

The franchises also thanked their coach in tweet saying: “Thank you Dean Jones for an amazing four seasons. Your contributions to United will always be cherished. We wish you the best of luck with your future endeavors.”

Thank you #Ustaad @ProfDeano for an amazing 4 seasons. Your contributions to #ISLU will always be cherished. We wish you the best of luck with your future endeavors. #Sherus are preparing for the coming season. Some big announcements coming soon! #UnitedWeWin #DimaghSe pic.twitter.com/nE63rku07w

— Islamabad United (@IsbUnited) November 6, 2019