Shane McDermott appointed as Afghanistan assistant and fielding coach
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 5:03 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Shane McDermott has been named the assistant and fielding coach for the Afghanistan cricket team. He is set to join the team on August 1, ahead of their upcoming five-match ODI series against Ireland. This appointment comes as Afghanistan prepares for the series, aiming to strengthen their coaching staff and improve their fielding performance. McDermott's experience is expected to be valuable as the team seeks to enhance their tactics and execution in the field.
- •Shane McDermott appointed assistant and fielding coach.
- •He joins the Afghanistan team on August 1.
- •Afghanistan will play a five-match ODI series against Ireland.
- •The series represents a crucial period for Afghanistan's development.
- •McDermott's experience will be essential for enhancing fielding strategies.
- 5:03 PMESPNcricinfo — Shane McDermott appointed Afghanistan assistant and fielding coach
"He will link up with the team on August 1, ahead of their five-match ODI series against Ireland
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