TORONTO
Cricket Canada has officially appointed Monty Desai as the head coach of its men’s national team. This strategic move, aims to boost the country’s performance on the global stage following their recent appearance in the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Desai is a veteran coach with over 20 years of experience. He is best known for his remarkable work with Nepal and Afghanistan, where he helped transform those teams into competitive forces. Under his leadership, Nepal regained its ODI status and qualified for major global events. Cricket Canada officials believe his ability to build discipline and long-term plans is exactly what the team needs to find consistent success.
The President of Cricket Canada, Arvinder Khosa, stated that restoring the nation’s cricketing prominence is the board’s top priority. He noted that Desai’s track record with Associate nations makes him the perfect fit to lead Canada through upcoming international qualifiers. The goal is to turn Canada’s potential into a professional culture that can challenge the world’s best teams.
Desai expressed his excitement for the new role, noting that he already understands the passion for the game within the Canadian system. He highlighted that teams like Afghanistan have shown that fearlessness can unlock great results. “My focus will be on building a culture that translates potential into consistent performances,” Desai said. With crucial fixtures on the horizon, Canada is betting on Desai’s “fearless” approach to help them climb the international rankings and build a stronger reputation in the sport.
