Duleep mendis

The T20 World Cup Qualifiers: Former Mumbai wicketkeeper Sulakshan Kulkarni has been named the deputy head coach of the Oman men's national cricket team.

"We’re pleased to welcome Sulakshan Kulkarni as the Deputy Head Coach of the Oman Men’s National Team! A seasoned coach with a wealth of domestic and international experience, Kulkarni brings depth and able leadership to our coaching setup as we prepare for the upcoming journey on the global stage," Oman Cricket wrote on X.

His role will involve supporting the team as they aim for qualification in the 2026 T20 World Cup scheduled to take place in India and Sri Lanka during February and March of the following year. The T20 World Cup Qualifiers, hosted by Oman from October 8 to 18, will mark the beginning of his tenure with the team.