Gary Kirsten to meet Ashley Giles over England head coach role
Wednesday 2 October 2019 21:38, UK
Gary Kirsten will hold talks with ECB director of cricket Ashley Giles on Wednesday over the vacant role of England head coach, Sky Sports News understands.
Kirsten is the leading candidate to replace Trevor Bayliss, who stepped down as head coach after the Ashes series against Australia.
Sky Sports News understands the interview process is ongoing and that Giles is also meeting with other hopefuls.
The 51-year-old has previous experience of international coaching, having enjoyed spells in charge of India and South Africa earlier in his career.
Giles has previously stated his preference for an Englishman as head coach, with Chris Silverwood - the current fast bowling coach - considered another front-runner due to his previous title-winning experience at Essex.
Surrey's Alec Stewart has also been linked with the role, as has England's batting coach Graham Thorpe and Ireland coach Graham Ford.
Giles will hope to appoint a new head coach in time for England's tour of New Zealand, which begins with a T20 international in Christchurch on November 1.
