Shukri Conrad Takes Helm of Proteas: A New Era for South African Cricket
South Africa's cricket team has appointed Shukri Conrad as the head coach for their white ball teams until the 2027 ICC World Cup. Conrad, who replaced Rob Walter, will face challenges ahead, including the T20 World Cup 2026 and the 50-over World Cup 2027. He brings promising prospects for the team.
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South African cricket is venturing into a new chapter as Shukri Conrad takes command of the national white ball teams following an official announcement by the CSA on Friday. Conrad, already acclaimed for his leadership of the Test side since 2023, will now extend his expertise to shorter formats.
Succeeding Rob Walter who resigned post the Champions Trophy, the 58-year-old Conrad will first lead the team in T20 Internationals against Zimbabwe and New Zealand come July. CSA's Enoch Nkwe lauded Conrad's red-ball success and expressed confidence in his capability to fortify the white-ball teams.
Key upcoming tournaments under Conrad's leadership include the T20 World Cup 2026 and the 50-over World Cup 2027. Highlighting South Africa's robust talent pool, Conrad is keen to set up winning strategies across all formats, aiming to position the Proteas as global cricket frontrunners.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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