Indian Premier League (IPL) side Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Friday announced the appointment of former Sri Lanka and England coach Trevor Bayliss as their new head coach for the next season.
Bayliss, who guided Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to title successes in the 2012 and 2014 IPL seasons and was at the helm when New South Wales won the Sheffield Shield title in 2013-14, will take charge of the side after legendary India spinner Anil Kumble decided to part ways with Punjab Kings after a three-year stint.
Issuing a statement on Friday, PBKS said that, “Bayliss brings his experience of winning the 2019 World Cup with England, 2 IPL titles and a BBL (Big Bash League) title with the Sydney Sixers.”
Commenting on his new role, Bayliss, said, “I’m honoured to be given the Head Coach’s role with the Punjab Kings. A foundation franchise with an appetite for success. I look forward to working with a talented squad of players determined to compete for silverware.”
Punjab Kings had parted ways with Kumble late last month after a three-year stint and had reportedly approached among others former England white-ball skipper Eion Morgan and Bayliss for the role.
Notably, Bayliss will be the sixth head coach of the PBKS.