Afghanistan announces the appointment of a new field coach ahead of Asia Copa 2025

With Asia Cup 2025 On the vault of the corner, Afghanistan They leave no stone without flying in their preparation. The team, which has often impressed with their spirit of struggle on the global stage, is eager to strengthen all aspects of their game. To try to improve field standards, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) He has contributed a new experience to his coaching staff.

Afghanistan names a new field coach ahead of Asia Copa 2025

On Wednesday (August 27), the ACB confirmed the designation of previous Ireland international John Mooney as a new field coach on the national party. This marks a return for Mooney, who previously worked with the Afghan team between 2018 and 2019. Replace Shane McDermottwhich has since joined the Pakistan coaching settings.

Noteworthy is Mooney’s credentials: It appears at 91 international for Ireland, including three Cricket ICC Cups and two T20 World Cups. His coach trip has been equally diverse, having worked not only with Afghanistan, but also with the Western Indies 2019 and more recently with the Women in Irelandthe side. Armed with several ECB training certifications, it is expected that Mooney injecti Discipline and modern training methods at the Afghanistan field unit.

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Next to Mooney, australian physiotherapist Nirmalan Thanabalaasingam He has also joined the room staff. With a strong background in sports science and physiotherapy, Thanabalasingam brings extensive experience after working before Sri Lanka Cricket, Sydney Thunder, Rangpur Riders and, more recently, desert vipers in Ilt20. His appointment emphasizes Afghanistan’s intention to prioritize fitness and management of players’ injuries before a crucial year.

High expectations on the Afghan side in the Asia Cup

At present, Afghanistan holds a preparation camp in Abu Dhabi, as they are preparing for a T20i series of Tri-Nation against Pakistan and the Uae Before you go to the Asia Cup. With new additions to support staff, the expectations of fans are increasing. The team has already shown its intersection against the main parts in recent years, and with the standards of field and improved fitness levels, Afghan supporters expect the workforce to be able to make a strong statement in the Asia Cup 2025.

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