Former Australia batter Mike Hussey has been confirmed as the new head coach of Welsh Firemen in the Hundred.
It was confirmed in December that Gary Kirsten would not be returning to lead the side for a third year after two dire campaigns. They finished seventh out of eight in 2021. The Hundred’s inaugural season, before finishing bottom in 2022 without winning a single game.
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Hussey beat compatriots David Saker and Adam Voges for the role
Hussey has beaten compatriots David Sekar and Adam Voges for the role. He has franchise experience having played for Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians in the IPL before returning to Chennai as a coach. Specifically for English cricket, he was in charge of the batting as part of Matthew Mott’s backroom staff for the successful T20 World Cup campaign in Australia.
The ECB will hope that the acquisition of Hussey – affectionately known as “Mr. Cricket” – will fuel the ill-fated fire. The women’s team has also fared less well, with two eighth-place finishes on the bounce.
Hussey will begin his duties before Deadline Day
Hussey will begin his duties before Deadline Day (when the 10 male players drafted from the 2021 team need to be decided) and oversee the men’s draft, with the Fire’s first pick.
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“I’m really looking forward to starting in the Welsh Fire and being a part of the Hundred,” Hussey said. “From afar it looks to be a great competition to be involved in, attracting huge crowds and getting lots of kids interested in the sport.
“For my part, hopefully, I can help get things moving in the right direction on the pitch in Cardiff. And give all the fans who are coming to see something to be really excited about.”
Mark Wallace – thrilled to be able to appoint someone of the caliber of Mike
Mark Wallace, Cricket Manager of Welsh Fire, said: “We are thrilled to be able to appoint someone of such a caliber as Mike. There are few better people around the world. Mike has the relevant expertise and knowledge of white-ball cricket to help.” Can take.” Forward us
“It’s really exciting to have him on board. And we look forward to working together to hopefully bring some on-field success for the team and our fans.”
