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Namibia Hires Gary Kirsten as Consultant for 2026 T20 World Cup Prep

The former India World Cup–winning coach joins to bolster Cricket Namibia’s high-performance push under head coach Craig Williams.

Overview

  • Cricket Namibia confirmed Kirsten’s consultancy on December 7 to support the men’s program ahead of next year’s tournament.
  • He will work alongside head coach Craig Williams, bringing experience that includes India’s 2011 World Cup win and other international roles.
  • The build-up targets the February–March T20 World Cup slated for India and Sri Lanka, with Namibia reported in Group A with India, Pakistan, the Netherlands and the USA.
  • Kirsten praised Namibia’s new stadium and high-performance drive, saying he intends to add value to the team’s final-phase preparation.
  • His appointment follows a short 2024 spell as Pakistan’s head coach that ended with his resignation, as Namibia looks to build on three straight T20 World Cup qualifications.