Afghanistan national cricket team Name Richard Pybus Head Coach
Afghanistan national cricket team have officially appointed Richard Pybus as their new head coach, marking a significant step in the team’s preparation for upcoming international assignments. The experienced English coach returns to Afghan cricket with a wealth of global coaching exposure, having previously worked with multiple international sides. Pybus is expected to focus on strengthening Afghanistan’s tactical approach, improving consistency in batting, and enhancing their pace-bowling depth across formats. The Afghanistan Cricket Board expressed confidence in Pybus’s leadership, highlighting his familiarity with the team’s structure and his ability to nurture young talent alongside senior stars like Rashid Khan and Rahmanullah Gurbaz. With major ICC tournaments and bilateral series ahead, this appointment signals Afghanistan’s intent to climb higher in international rankings and solidify their reputation as a competitive side in world cricket.