Bangladesh Embraces Local Coaches in National Cricket Setup

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has made a significant breakthrough by entrusting national team responsibilities to local coaches. Current BCB president Faruque Ahmed appointed Mohammad Salahuddin as a senior assistant coach ahead of the West Indies tour, marking a shift from the previous reluctance to include local coaches.

Local Coaches' Involvement Yields Results

Salahuddin's presence proved invaluable during Bangladesh's tour of the West Indies, where he took over the batting coach role from David Hemp. Under his guidance, the team's batting displayed remarkable improvement.

BCB's Cricket Operations Chairman Nazmul Abedin's Vision

Nazmul Abedin emphasized that integrating local coaches into the national setup will allow them to experience the challenges of working in an international dressing room. He believes that local coaches will not only keep foreign coaches on their toes but also help create continuity in Bangladesh's cricket structure.

Former National Pacer Talha Jubair's Experience

Talha Jubair, who transitioned to coaching after retirement, has been involved with the national setup through the BCB's game development program. He has been working closely with coach Mohammad Salahuddin and has gained valuable insights into the national team's demands.

National Head Coach Phil Simmons' Support

Phil Simmons welcomed the inclusion of local coaches in the setup, stating that Salahuddin has been great since joining the team. He believes that local coaches should be around the team to understand their training methods and see how things differ from U-19 or domestic coaching.

A New Era for Bangladesh Cricket

The BCB's decision to include local coaches in the national setup marks a refreshing change from the past. Only time will tell whether the BCB will take the next step and appoint local coaches to high-profile national roles.