Former SA all-rounder Lance Klusener to be head coach of Tripura cricket team

According to officials, Kulsener in addition to working with the Ranji squad, will also lead the teams, including under-15, under-16, under-19, in both men’s and women’s

Former South African all-rounder Lance Klusener will take over as head of the cricket operation of Tripura for the upcoming season, the state association announced on Wednesday.

Former South Africa all-rounder Lance Klusener (File Photo)

Klusener is scheduled to arrive in Kolkata on June 2 and would fly for Agartala the next day, said people familiar with the matter.

Many former cricketers and coaches responded to the advertisement by the Tripura Cricket Association (TCA) for coaches in March. Out of which, the TCA sorted former Australian cricketer and Sri Lankan coach Dav Whatmore and Klusener.

The 51-year-old has been appointed on a contractual basis for 100 days.

“Our discussion with Dav was in progress but he could not make it due to some personal matter. Later, we spoke to Klusener who agreed to 100 days (with us) as he has other assignments in Afghanistan and South Africa,” said TCA vice president Timir Chanda.

“Klusener said that he wants to share his experience in cricket with every cricket team. It’s a great opportunity for them to know and get experience from him,” said Chanda.

According to officials, Kulsener in addition to working with the Ranji squad, will also lead the teams, including under-15, under-16, under-19, in both men’s and women’s.