Sri Lanka Great and Former India Coach Join New Zealand Coaching Staff
Experienced duo to assist Kiwis in upcoming Test series
New Zealand has bolstered its coaching staff ahead of crucial Test matches in Asia. Former Sri Lanka spinner Rangana Herath will join as bowling coach for all three matches, replacing Saqlain Mushtaq. Ex-India batting coach Vikram Rathour will also join the team to provide insights for the Test against Afghanistan.
New Zealand coach Gary Stead expressed his excitement about the additions. He highlighted Herath’s experience, especially his 100+ Test wickets in Galle, which will be invaluable for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka.
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The one-off Test against Afghanistan commences on September 9th, followed by the two-Test series with Sri Lanka starting on September 18th.
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New Zealand Test Squad:
- Tim Southee (c)
- Tom Blundell (wk)
- Michael Bracewell
- Devon Conway
- Matt Henry
- Tom Latham (vc)
- Daryl Mitchell
- Will O’Rourke
- Ajaz Patel
- Glenn Phillips
- Rachin Ravindra
- Mitchell Santner
- Ben Sears
- Kane Williamson
- Will Young
Test Schedule:
- Only Test v Afghanistan, Noida, September 9-13
- First Test v Sri Lanka, Galle, September 18-22
- Second Test v Sri Lanka, Galle, September 26-30
