The Afghanistan Cricket Board has announced the appointment of former West Indies allrounder Dwayne Bravo as their bowling consultant for the upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup. The tournament is set to take place in the Caribbean and the USA.
Bravo, who retired from international cricket after the 2021 T20 World Cup, will bring a wealth of experience to the Afghan team. He is currently the leading wicket-taker in T20 cricket, boasting an impressive 625 wickets in 573 matches. His vast experience in the T20 format and his recent stint in various T20 leagues around the world, including his participation in the ILT20 earlier this year where he played for the champions MI Emirates, make him a valuable addition to Afghanistan’s coaching staff.
In addition to his playing career, Bravo has also made significant strides in coaching. He currently serves as the bowling coach for the Chennai Super Kings, a role he took on after retiring from the IPL in December 2022. His expertise has been instrumental in the team’s success, and his appointment as Afghanistan‘s bowling consultant is expected to enhance their bowling attack for the World Cup.
The Afghan team has already arrived in St Kitts and Nevis and is set to begin a ten-day preparatory camp. Bravo will join the team during this camp to work closely with the bowlers and help them fine-tune their skills ahead of the tournament. Afghanistan’s preparatory schedule includes two warm-up matches: the first against Oman on May 29 and the second against Scotland on May 31.
Afghanistan has been placed in Group C for the World Cup, alongside hosts West Indies, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and Uganda. They will kick off their campaign against Uganda on June 5 in Providence.
Bravo’s appointment is part of Afghanistan’s broader strategy to strengthen their coaching staff and improve their performance on the global stage. His presence is expected to be a morale booster for the team, given his success and reputation in T20 cricket.
In related news, Kieron Pollard, another former West Indies player, has been appointed as the assistant coach for the England team for the tournament, further highlighting the influence of experienced Caribbean cricketers in the coaching domain.
The Afghanistan Cricket Board and fans alike are optimistic about Bravo’s impact on the team as they prepare to compete in the prestigious T20 World Cup.
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