Sports Desk : dhakamirror.com
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has appointed Mohammad Salahuddin as the senior assistant coach of the Bangladesh men’s cricket team. Salahuddin’s contract will be on the role until March 15, 2025, BCB press release confirmed on Tuesday.
Salah Uddin has experience with the national setup, as he was the Assistant and Fielding Coach from 2006 to 201
His coaching journey, spanning over 20 years, includes time at the BCB National Cricket Academy and a successful tenure as Head Coach of Singapore, leading them in the ICC World Cricket League Division 4 in 2014.
With an ACC-Cricket Australia Level 3 accreditation and multiple domestic achievements, Salah Uddin’s resume speaks for itself. He has coached teams to victories in both the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) T20 and the Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League.
BCB President Faruque Ahmed, who took on the post after the previous fled the country after the recent change in political climate, expressed excitement over the appointment, emphasizing the value of local coaching talent.
“I pledged to create opportunities for qualified individuals when I assumed my role,” Ahmed said. “Salah Uddin’s experience and expertise make him a perfect fit for this position.”
This appointment reflects a shift in the BCB’s strategy to acknowledge and uplift Bangladeshi coaching talent, positioning the national team to benefit from his seasoned leadership.
