England’s Coach Hunt: Gary Kirsten in talks to replace Chris Silverwood – From the highest of highs in 2019, when they lifted the ICC Cricket World Cup, England national cricket team are now facing the lowest of lows, having recently suffered a humiliating 4-0 drubbing in the Ashes against Australia which ultimately coast Ashley Giles and Chris Silverwood their jobs. According to reports in The South African, the Three Lions might be looking for a new saviour in someone who knows all about rebuilding a team from scratch – Gary Kirsten. Follow Insidesport.in for more updates on England’s coach hunt.
England’s Coach Hunt: Ahmedabad IPL team mentor Gary Kirsten in pole position for England’s coaching job after Chris Silverwood gets the boot
Chris Silverwood sacked: England recently parted ways with their former head coach, Chris Silverwood, given the team’s horrific run of form in the past few weeks. It is very clear that the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) are looking for a major makeover, as besides Silverwood, Ashley Giles has also been removed from his position as the managing director of the men’s team.
“The last two years have been very demanding but I have really enjoyed my time with the team. I leave with fond memories and I am now looking forward to spending some quality time at home with my family and embracing the next chapter,” Silverwood said after the conclusion of his tenure.
ECB also thanked the 46-year-old for his services, with CEO Tom Harrison stating “During his (Silverwood’s) time in the role, Chris has given absolutely everything to make a success of it. He is a man of great integrity, who players and staff alike have enjoyed working with.”
England’s Coach Hunt: Ahmedabad IPL team mentor Gary Kirsten in pole position for England’s coaching job after Chris Silverwood gets the boot
Former captain of the Three Lions, Andrew Strauss has taken over Giles’ responsibilities on a temporary basis and it has been announced that he will be involved in the appointment of the next head coach.
Chris Silverwood has left his role as England Men’s Head Coach.
We wish him all the best for the future.
— England Cricket (@englandcricket) February 3, 2022
England’s Coach Hunt: Ahmedabad IPL team mentor Gary Kirsten in pole position for England’s coaching job after Chris Silverwood gets the boot
Reportedly, Gary Kirsten is one of the names ECB are considering for the vacant position. The 54-year-old from South Africa started his professional coaching career with the Indian cricket team and played a crucial role in the men in blue’s World Cup triumph in 2011.
He has since coached South Africa and a few franchise-based teams like Royal Challengers Bangalore and Hobart Hurricanes and is currently associated with the newly-formed Ahmedabad franchise in the Indian Premier League, where he is a mentor. England are set to begin their summer with a series against New Zealand in June and should Kirsten take up the role, he would have to quit his mentorship at Ahmedabad.
England’s Coach Hunt: Ahmedabad IPL team mentor Gary Kirsten in pole position for England’s coaching job after Chris Silverwood gets the boot
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