Former Indian all-rounder Dodda Ganesh has been entrusted with the responsibility of reviving the fortunes of Kenyan cricket. The 51-year-old has been appointed as the head coach of Kenya’s men’s cricket team, with the primary objective of guiding them through the Africa Qualifiers for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Ganesh, who represented India in four Tests and an ODI, brings a wealth of experience to the role. Despite limited success at the international level, he enjoyed a successful first-class career with Karnataka, amassing over 2000 runs and claiming 365 wickets.
Kenya’s cricket team has experienced a decline in recent years, failing to qualify for the T20 World Cup since 2007. Ganesh’s appointment marks a significant step in their efforts to regain their former glory. The team will face Papua New Guinea, Qatar, Denmark, and Jersey in the ICC Division 2 Challenge League in September, followed by the T20 World Cup Africa Qualifiers in October.
The 2026 T20 World Cup will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, providing Kenya with an opportunity to showcase their resurgence on the global stage. Ganesh expressed his excitement about the new role, stating, “Privileged to be named the head coach of the Kenya cricket team.”
Ganesh will be supported by former Kenyan internationals Lameck Onyango and Joseph Angara, who will serve as his deputies. The trio will work together to develop a competitive team capable of challenging for a place in the 2026 T20 World Cup.
