Overview
- Kirsten, on a two-year deal that began in mid-April, met reporters in Colombo to set out his early priorities.
- He said he must learn Sri Lanka’s cricket identity, understand what drives players, and grasp the team environment.
- His first tasks include defining roles across formats and developing players who can deliver those roles consistently.
- Recent results frame the challenge, as Sri Lanka exited the co-hosted T20 World Cup in the Super Eights after a 61-run loss to New Zealand.
- Kirsten brings heavyweight credentials after coaching India to the 2011 World Cup title and leading South Africa from 2011 to 2013.