Overview
- Hopes' appointment, announced Monday, puts the former Australia all-rounder in charge ahead of the 2026–27 Big Bash League season.
- He signs for two years to replace Greg Shipperd, who was removed earlier this year with a season left on his extension.
- This is Hopes' first full-time head coach role, with exits from bowling coach posts at IPL's Punjab Kings and MLC's Washington Freedom to follow.
- General manager Rachael Haynes backed the move, pointing to his player development record and experience across domestic and franchise T20 teams.
- Shipperd's 11-year stint delivered eight straight finals and titles in 2019–20 and 2020–21, yet the Sixers have not lifted the trophy in six seasons.