Former Australian cricketer Stuart Law has been named the new head coach of the USA men’s cricket team ahead of the 2024 T20 World Cup.
This will be the first time in history that the USA will host an ICC competition. The ninth edition of the T20 World Cup will be co-hosted by the US and West Indies.
Law will lead the team in their three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, which will serve as preparation for the co-hosts before the big event.
With a coaching career that includes stints with Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, West Indies, and Middlesex County, Law brings a wealth of experience to the role.
For more information about the 2024 T20 World Cup schedule, visit here.
Stuart Law’s comments on joining the USA national team
Upon accepting the challenge of coaching the national team, Law expressed his excitement for the opportunity.
“It is an exciting opportunity to join USA cricket at this time. USA is one of the strongest Associate nations in the sport, and I believe that we can mold a formidable squad going forward. The first task will be to prepare the team for the series against Bangladesh and then focus on our home World Cup, which will be monumental.”
USA Cricket Chairman Venu Pisike welcomed Law to the team, praising his experience and expressing optimism for the team’s potential under his guidance.
“Stuart is one of the most accomplished coaches in the sport. He brings a lot of experience to USA Cricket with his varied assignments, particularly in developing international sides over the years. His appointment will only help the team grow to their full potential. We are excited to have Stuart on board just before the World Cup and look forward to lots of success together. We wish him all the very best.”
Upcoming matches for the USA men’s cricket team
USA will face Bangladesh in three T20I games on May 21, May 23, and May 25 at the Prairie View Cricket Complex in Houston, Texas.