Kiwis in no rush over coach

Vettori: In temporary charge

I can confirm I have received a number of strong enquiries from both New Zealand and overseas

James Vaughan
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New Zealand are hoping to have a new national coach in place by the end of the year.

The Black Caps are looking for a new man to take charge of the team following the departure of Andy Moles last month.

Former England coach Duncan Fletcher, Steve Rixon, who has filled the role previously with the Kiwis, John Wright and John Dyson are all names said to be in the frame.

However, chief executive James Vaughan insists New Zealand Cricket will not be rushed into making a decision over who should fill the vacancy.

Right appointment

"There's no rush," he said in a statement. "It's important that we make the right appointment.

"We have begun a scoping exercise to clearly define the exact requirements for the position.

"This is an essential first step which needs to be completed before any meaningful conversations can be held with potential candidates."

Vaughan admitted there had already received a "number of strong enquiries" with the view to making an appointment in time for the home series against Bangladesh, which gets underway next February.

He added: "The position will not be openly advertised, and we shall actively identify potential candidates we want to talk to.

"I can confirm I have received a number of strong enquiries from both New Zealand and overseas."

Captain Daniel Vettori is currently taking charge of team affairs for the limited overs series against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates.