Sir: I wish to applaud the former all-rounder Azhar Mahmood for reportedly taking over as the bowling coach of the national team before the test series against the West Indies next month. Azhar was also the bowling coach of the national team in the Asia Cup and World T20 earlier this year. According to sources, due to the paucity of time the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to again hire Azhar who now resides in England and the deal with Azhar is expected to be finalised soon as the first test starts on October 13 in Dubai. I congratulate the man for the job and I appreciate PCB for choosing a well talented man for the right job. MUHAMMAD BAKHTIYAR Turbat