read: ICC's strict action against Kanpur's Green Park, he was criticized during the Test against Bangladesh. This is Paine's first high profile coaching role after retiring as a player. Paine, who captained Australia from 2018 to 2021, stepped down after the ball-tampering controversy in South Africa in 2018, which rocked Australian cricket. The right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman brings with him years of international experience and a deep understanding of the game. Reflecting on his appointment, Penn shared his excitement about the opportunity.
He said, “I think any opportunity for a young coach like me to lead a team is a great opportunity. “It will be fun,” Paine told Cricket ACT. Penn will be supported by Canberra-based coaches Erin Osborne, a former Australian all-rounder, and Jason McNally who will ensure a strong presence of locals in the coaching team.
Read: IND vs SA T20 Series: Many records will be broken in the clash between India and South Africa, these Indian cricketers will show amazing Osborne's experience in the women's game and McNally's expertise in the local circuit will provide balanced support to Paine, as they lead the team to a 3-match win over New Zealand. Eager to make a comeback after the heavy 0-0 defeat, prepare to face the Indian team.
The match has been scheduled just before the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series at the Adelaide Oval on December 6 which will serve as a warm-up for both the teams. For India, it will be an opportunity to build momentum and regain form, while Paine's team will aim to showcase emerging talent and test the skills of Australia's future stars against one of the most formidable cricket nations in the world.
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