Bangladesh Cricket Coach Hathurusinghe Fired Over Misconduct Allegations
Chandika Hathurusinghe has been dismissed following accusations of assaulting a player and excessive absences.
- Chandika Hathurusinghe, Bangladesh's cricket coach, was suspended for 48 hours before being dismissed due to allegations of misconduct.
- The Bangladesh Cricket Board cited two main reasons for his dismissal: an alleged assault on a player and taking unauthorized leaves exceeding his contract terms.
- Reports suggest Hathurusinghe slapped player Nasum Ahmed, leading to an internal investigation by the board.
- Phil Simmons, former West Indies coach, will step in as interim head coach until the Champions Trophy in February.
- Despite a historic 2-0 test series win over Pakistan, Bangladesh's recent performance under Hathurusinghe included losses in India and a poor World Cup showing.