Asia Cup 2025: Hong Kong Name Kaushal Silva As Head Coach
Kaushal Silva, a former Sri Lanka Test cricketer, has been appointed as the new head coach of the Hong Kong men's cricket team. His appointment comes at an opportune moment as Hong Kong prepare for the upcoming 2025 Asia Cup. They will kick off the tournament against Afghanistan on September 9, followed by group-stage matches against Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in Group B.
Silva brings extensive experience to his new role. Between 2011 and 2018, he played 39 Tests for Sri Lanka, establishing himself as a dedicated wicketkeeper-opener. In his first-class career, he accumulated 13,932 runs in 209 matches, including 41 centuries, three of which were at the international level. Since his retirement in 2019, Silva has been coaching in Sri Lanka, England, and Australia. This marks his first appointment as the head coach of an international team.
Burji Shroff, chairperson of Cricket Hong Kong, China, expressed confidence in Silva's appointment, saying that Kaushal's dedication to nurturing and developing talent aligns with their vision for the future of cricket in Hong Kong. They believe that under his leadership, the team can enhance its competitive standing and promote the sport within the community.
Silva stated that his focus will be on instilling a strong work ethic and a winning mentality in the senior squad, as well as identifying and nurturing new talent for continued growth.
Hong Kong's most recent appearance was at the Asia Pacific Cricket Champions Trophy in Singapore, where they finished as runners-up after losing to Malaysia in the final. With Silva now at the helm, the team aims to build on that performance and make a significant impact in the upcoming Asia Cup in the UAE.
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