All Rounder Lance Klusener Appointed Coach of Afghanistan Cricket Team

Dubai: Former South Africa all-rounder Lance Klusener was on Friday appointed the new head coach of the Afghanistan cricket team. Klusener will replace Phil Simmons, whose 18-month stint with the national side ended with their last-place finish in the World Cup, an ICC statement read.

“I am extremely excited and honored to be given the opportunity to work with some of the best talents in world cricket,” said Klusener on ICC’s website.

“Everyone knows the fearless brand of cricket Afghanistan plays. I am very confident that with some hard work we can become one of the best sides in the world.”

Rashid Khan was also named the captain for all three formats after the World Cup.

“Lance Klusener is a renowned name in the cricketing world. It will be great to see our players benefit from his vast experience both as a player and a coach.” Lutfullah Stanikzai, ACB’s CEO, said. IANS

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