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Malibongwe Maketa joins Bangladesh men's cricket team as assistant coach

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 2:56 PM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Malibongwe Maketa joins Bangladesh men's cricket team as assistant coach
Summary

Malibongwe Maketa has been appointed as the assistant coach of the Bangladesh men's cricket team, as confirmed on October 2, 2026. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) made the hiring with a specific focus on the upcoming tours to South Africa scheduled in the next 12 months. This appointment is part of BCB's strategy to strengthen the coaching staff ahead of significant international fixtures. The organization aims to enhance performance and team dynamics through this new addition.

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  • •Maketa appointed assistant coach of Bangladesh men's cricket team.
  • •Hiring aimed at preparations for upcoming South Africa tours.
  • •Focus on strengthening the coaching staff ahead of international matches.
  • •Appointment confirmed by the Bangladesh Cricket Board on October 2.
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  • 2:56 PMESPNcricinfo — Malibongwe Maketa named Bangladesh men's assistant coach
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Cricinfo has learned that Maketa has been hired with BCB's focus on the two South Africa tours in the next 12 months

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