The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has suspended head coach Chandika Hathurusingha due to inappropriate conduct during last year’s ODI World Cup in India. The decision comes in the wake of a disappointing tour of India, where the Bangladesh men’s team faced a complete whitewash in both the Test and T20I series.

Hathurusingha, a former Sri Lankan all-rounder, has been at the helm of the Bangladesh team but has struggled to deliver the expected results in recent outings. Following his suspension, the BCB announced that former West Indies player Phil Simmons would take over as head coach.

Simmons, who had a successful playing career as an all-rounder and opened the batting for the West Indies during the early to mid-1990s, is expected to lead the Bangladesh team through to next year’s ICC Champions Trophy. His experience in international cricket and previous coaching roles make him a strategic choice for the BCB as they aim to revitalize the team and improve its performance on the world stage.

The BCB’s swift action underscores their commitment to maintaining a professional environment within the team and ensuring that they are adequately prepared for upcoming international competitions. As Simmons takes charge, the focus will be on rebuilding the team’s morale and competitiveness.