West Indies cricket legend Phil Simmons has been appointed as the new head coach of Karachi Kings ahead of the 2024 Pakistan Super League. The 60-year-old replaces former South African all-rounder Johan Botha, who limited his team to just three wins in 10 games last season.
Phil Simmons has extensive coaching experience over the years, including three stints with the West Indies, although his most recent stint ended after the team’s exit from the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia. He currently serves as the head coach of the Trinbagon Knight Riders in the Caribbean Premier League and the LA Knight Riders in his Major League cricket.
Phil Simmons spoke about his appointment as head coach and expressed his pleasure at having the opportunity to become the head coach of Karachi Kings in the upcoming Pakistan Super League. He thanked the team for believing in him and giving him a chance. He wants to rebuild the team and make it a unit that can win championships.
“Returning to Karachi, which has been close to my heart since my playing days, feels like coming home.” I am delighted to be working with Haider Azhar and other members of the team’s think tank. Masu. It is the rich cricketing heritage of this country. ”
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“We would like to thank team owner Salman Iqbal, CEO Tariq Wasi and the Karachi Kings management team for this opportunity. We are committed to moving forward with the restart process and establishing this franchise as a game-changer,” said Phil Simmons.
After two seasons of inactivity in the playoffs, results in the Pakistan Super League were not favorable. Michael Smith will support Simmons as assistant coach, Ravi Bopara as batting coach, Waqas Ahmed as bowling coach and Mohamed Mansoor as fielding coach.
We Are Honored To Have Phil Simmons Join Us As The Head Coach – Salman Iqbal
On the appointment of Phil Simmons as head coach of Karachi Kings, franchise owner Salman Iqbal cited his tremendous track record as a player and head coach and said he will be joining West Indies next season. He expressed his joy at welcoming such a star player. Year.
“We are honored to have Phil Simmons as our head coach. His impressive track record as a coach and player speaks volumes about his talent. We are proud of his leadership. I am confident that he will take Karachi Kings to greater heights.”
In the eight seasons of PSL, Karachi Kings have won only one title in 2020. They hope the appointment of Phil Simmons will turn their fortunes around after failing to make the tournament’s playoffs in both 2022 and 2023, and the team hopes to restructure the PSL Draft on Wednesday. ing.
