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Gary Kirsten Hired as Consultant to Namibia Men's Team Ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup

Cricket Namibia says the veteran coach will bolster a new high-performance setup before next year's tournament.

Overview

  • Cricket Namibia confirmed the appointment on December 7, 2025, citing a focus on building capacity for the national side.
  • Kirsten will work alongside head coach Craig Williams in the build-up to the T20 World Cup scheduled for February–March 2026.
  • The board said the consultancy strengthens the high-performance environment and supports the existing coaching structure.
  • Kirsten praised Namibia’s progress and new stadium and said he aims to add value to their World Cup preparation.
  • Namibia have qualified for the last three T20 World Cups, and Kirsten’s résumé includes coaching India’s 2011 ODI World Cup winners and a brief Pakistan stint in 2024.