Monty Desai departs as Canada head coach amid ICC suspension
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 6:14 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Monty Desai has left his position as head coach of the Canadian cricket team, confirmed today. Desai took over following an incident during the T20 World Cup 2026 that involved corruption investigations. As a result, Cricket Canada remains suspended by the ICC, creating uncertainty around the team's leadership moving forward. The organization will need to find a replacement to navigate the challenges ahead.
- •Monty Desai's departure was announced on August 20, 2026.
- •He assumed the role after corruption issues arose at the T20 World Cup 2026.
- •Cricket Canada is currently suspended by the ICC.
- 6:14 AMESPNcricinfo — Monty Desai leaves Canada head coach post
"Desai had taken over after Canada's match at the T20 World Cup 2026 had come under corruption investigations and Cricket Canada is currently suspended by the ICC
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