Gulf team, the Giants, hire Jonathan Trott as their new head coach in ILT20 competition.
The Gulf Giants, a team known for nurturing talent and fostering a growth-driven environment, have undergone a coaching revamp ahead of the upcoming ILT20. This move reflects the team's owners' commitment to creating a dynamic and successful team.
At the helm of the Gulf Giants is Jonathan Trott, a former England cricketer who has been appointed as the head coach. Trott, who amassed nearly 17,000 first-class runs, expressed his delight at joining the Gulf Giants. He stated his primary goal is to empower players and help shape a championship-winning squad.
Trott will be joined by Shane Bond, a New Zealand pace great with 259 wickets in 120 internationals. Bond, who is excited to sharpen the bowling attack for the Gulf Giants this season, will serve as the bowling coach.
In the fielding department, Jamie Troughton, a former England cricketer, will lead the efforts. Troughton, who is also the fielding coach for the Gulf Giants, expressed his eagerness to contribute to the team's success.
Nick Lee, a seasoned fitness professional with experience at Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan, will partner Trott as the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Gulf Giants. Lee's expertise is expected to be crucial in maintaining the team's fitness levels throughout the tournament.
Andrew Puttick, who brings a wealth of experience to the table, will serve as the batting coach for the Gulf Giants. Puttick, who values the setup's focus on player development, is eager to contribute to the team's success.
Sanjay Adesara, Chief Business Officer of Adani Sportsline, welcomed the exceptional group of cricketing minds joining the Gulf Giants. Adesara highlighted the shared values of the coaching team as being pivotal in taking the team to new heights.
Notable success stories of the Gulf Giants include young UAE all-rounder Aayan Khan and Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani. The team's new coaching team is confident that these young talents, along with the new additions, will make the Gulf Giants a formidable force in the ILT20.
