3 days ago
New Black Caps head coach named
Former South Africa, Otago, and Central Districts coach Rob Walter has been appointed as the Black Caps' new coach in all formats.
The 49-year-old, who replaces Gary Stead, said he was "honoured and excited" to be given the responsibility to carry on the work of his predecessor.
'The Black Caps have been a successful and highly-regarded team on the world scene for some time now and it's a real privilege to be given the chance to add to that," he said.
"It's an amazing opportunity to work with such a talented group of players and support staff through a period of time in which so many global events, as well as massive bilateral series, will be contested."
Walter has been appointed on a three-year deal, beginning in mid-June through until October/November 2028.
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Born in South Africa, he lives in Hawke's Bay.
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He was most recently head coach of South Africa's white ball teams.
During his contract term, he will see the Black Caps through the ICC World Test Championship, the 2028 LA Olympics, and three major ICC events: the ICC 2026 T20 World Cup, the ICC 2027 Cricket World Cup, and the ICC 2028 T20 World Cup.
"I just can't wait to get started. It's exciting, it's challenging, and the opportunity is enormous for everyone," Walter said.
New Zealand Cricket (NZC) chief executive Scott Weenink said it was the right time and place for Walter to join the team.
'His success in New Zealand's domestic game, combined with his recent achievements on the global stage with South Africa, makes him the ideal candidate to lead the Black Caps."
