Andrew McDonald appointed as the head coach of Australia for a 4-year contract

Cricket Australia (CA) has appointed former Test all-rounder Andrew McDonald as head coach of the Australian men's team on a four-year contract.

McDonald has been interim head coach since February and joined Australia's coaching team in 2019. Meanwhile, he led Victoria and the Melbourne Renegades to all three domestic competition titles during the 2018-19 season.

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On Wednesday, Cricket Australia made the official announcement and said

"McDonald brings a wealth of coaching experience to the position having also held head coaching roles in the Indian Premier League and in English county cricket".

Cricket Australia said on Wednesday

The 40-year-old has also previously held the role of senior assistant coach alongside former head coach Justin Langer.

McDonald's appointment as the new head coach comes after last week's historic tour of Pakistan. He coached the Test side to a series victory, lost the one-day series 2-1, and won the only T20 International.

"The journey so far has been particularly pleasing, and I am honored to be given this incredible opportunity for what is an exciting period ahead,"

Andrew McDonald said

"The success of the World Cup, the Ashes Series, and now Pakistan has been a testament to the hard work and leadership of Justin, Pat, and Aaron along with the players and the support staff."

"My plan is to build on the growth, depth, and experience of the squad while working collectively with the group and across the game. There are many challenges in the short term which I know excites the leadership group, the players, and the staff. I'd also like to thank my family for their support." said McDonald.

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"We interviewed several excellent candidates for this role, which is one of the most important in Australian sport."

CA chief executive Nick Hockley said

"Andrew has already shown he is an outstanding head coach. The vision he outlined for the role during the appointment process was both impressive and exciting, making him our clear choice."

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"We are proud of the way the team played. Respect is shown throughout the tour of Pakistan under the leadership of Andrew, Pat, and Aaron. I'm really pleased as Andrew is taking on the role permanently."

Executive general manager Ben Oliver said: "Andrew has done an outstanding job as interim head coach and has had a positive impact on the squad."

"I am looking forward to supporting Andrew and the team as we plan for an exciting period. It includes tours to Sri Lanka and India and a T20 World Cup. Meanwhile, also the home summer before an away Ashes series."

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"Andrew has been appointed as head coach in all formats. Although, some white ball series may be led by an assistant given the significant workload ahead. The opportunity to continue to develop our coaches and players," Ben Olliver expressed.