West Indies' Head Coach

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Daren Sammy is WI's head coach (Source:@ICCAsiaCricket,x.com)Daren Sammy is WI's head coach (Source:@ICCAsiaCricket,x.com)

Over the years, the West Indies cricket team has been shaped by diverse and different head coaches, each leaving a distinct impact on the team's development. From legendary players-turned-mentors to seasoned tacticians, the Caribbean side’s coaching history reflects both positive and negative achievements.

The influence of these coaches extends beyond mere match-day tactics. Their roles involve rebuilding team morale and developing young talent. In this article, let's take a look at the list of WI's head coaches.

Who Is West Indies’ Cricket Team Head Coach, Daren Sammy?

Daren Sammy is WI's head coach (Source:@ZubairGhaffary,x.com)Daren Sammy is WI's head coach (Source:@ZubairGhaffary,x.com)

Former WI captain Daren Sammy is the head coach of the West Indies men’s cricket team across all formats. His appointment as a head coach marked a full-circle moment in his cricketing career, that is, from being a decorated international player to taking the reins as head coach of the very team he once led to global glory.

He is widely regarded as one of the most inspirational leaders in West Indies cricket. He had initially been named head coach for the limited-overs formats in May 2023.

Daren Sammy is best remembered for captaining the WI to two ICC T20 World Cup titles in 2012 and 2016. Over the course of his career, he represented the West Indies in 38 Tests, 126 ODIs, and 68 T20Is. 

What Is West Indies Cricket Head Coach's Salary?

It is important to mention that the current salary of WI head coach Daren Sammy is not publicly disclosed, and no amount was specified when he was appointed as the coach. 

List Of Last 5 West Indies’ Head Coaches

Name
Tenure
Nationality
Richard Pybus (Interim)2019England
Floyd Reifer (Interim)2019West Indies
Phil Simmons2019-2022
West Indies
Andre Coley (interim)2022West Indies
Daren SammyPresentWest Indies


FAQs: West Indies Cricket Team Head Coach

Q.1. Who was the first official head coach of the West Indies cricket team?

Answer: Rohan Kanhai was the first official head coach, serving from 1992 to 1995.

Q.2. Who is the current West Indies coach?

Answer: The former WI player and star Daren Sammy is currently serving as the head coach.  

Q.3. Which West Indies coach returned to coaching after a previous stint?

Answer: Phil Simmons was reappointed in 2019 after a previous tenure in 2015-16.

Q.3. Who is the CEO of West Indies cricket?

Answer: Chris Dehring is the chief executive officer (CEO) of the West Indies Cricket. 

Q.4. What is the longest tenure held by a West Indies head coach?

Answer: Ottis Gibson had a notable tenure from 2010 to 2014, making significant improvements in the team’s performance during his time.