Melbourne: Cricket Australia (CA) announced on Wednesday that Andrew McDonald, the head coach of the Australian men’s team, has extended his contract until the end of 2027.
Since assuming the role in 2022, McDonald has led Australia to victories in the ICC World Test Championship, the ODI World Cup, and a successful defence of the Ashes in England.
Australia currently holds the No.1 ranking in Test cricket and is No.2 in both ODI and T20 formats.
With this extension, McDonald is set to guide the team through the upcoming World Test Championship, the defence of the World Cup title in 2027, the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, and the Champions Trophy next year.
The schedule also features a remarkable 13 months of Test cricket in 2026-27, including tours to India and England, and the 150th anniversary Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
Nick Hockley, CEO of Cricket Australia, stated, “Andrew has been an exceptional men’s head coach, not only achieving outstanding results but also establishing a robust coaching team and methodology, fostering an excellent environment for peak team performance. We are thrilled to extend his contract for an additional two years.”
McDonald expressed his gratitude, saying, “I am incredibly fortunate to work with an extraordinary group of leaders, players, coaches, and staff who are deeply committed to the group’s ongoing well-being, success, and development. The professionalism, dedication, and expertise of the coaching staff and the broader team have not only led to tremendous success but have also cultivated a culture of unity, trust, and inclusivity.”
