John Buchanan to revamp NZ cricket

Former Australian national coach John Buchanan, who guided the side to three World Cups, was confirmed yesterday as New Zealand's new director of cricket.


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His brief is to design the blueprint for a consistent coaching philosophy across the country, implement a talent identification programme and oversee the selection panel.

"John's appointment is an exciting one for New Zealand Cricket. He has a great cricketing pedigree and will provide outstanding leadership as NZC look to move forward," New Zealand Cricket chief executive Justin Vaughan said. Buchanan said he was proud to take up a "challenging role" in New Zealand.