Wed Nov 13 10:43:45 UTC 2024: ## Former South African Cricketer Neil McKenzie to Coach Sri Lanka in South Africa
**Cape Town, South Africa:** Sri Lanka has appointed former South African cricketer Neil McKenzie as a short-term coach for their upcoming two-match Test series in South Africa. The series, beginning later this month, is crucial for Sri Lanka’s chances of qualifying for the ICC World Test Championship final.
McKenzie, who has over 5,000 runs in all three formats for South Africa, will join the Sri Lankan team for a training camp from 15th to 21st January. His knowledge of South African conditions is expected to be a valuable asset for the visiting team.
The appointment comes as Sri Lanka faces uncertainty over the availability of star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga for the upcoming ODI series. McKenzie’s focus will likely be on preparing the team for the Test series, which will have significant implications for their World Test Championship aspirations.
McKenzie’s appointment marks a return to the coaching role after a stint as the South African batting coach. His experience and expertise will be a welcome addition to the Sri Lankan team as they seek to achieve success in their tour of South Africa.
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