London, Nov 20 (IBNS): England's cricket club Sussex has appointed Jason Gillespie as its head coach.
The former Australian pacer will join the club with an initial three-year contract.
Speaking after accepting his new role, Jason told club website: “I am thrilled to be given the opportunity of taking the reins at such a proud and traditional club like Sussex."
“Having spoken with both Keith [Greenfield, Sussex’s Director of Cricket] and Rob [Andrew, Sussex Cricket Chief Executive], I know that there is some excitement around the capabilities of the current playing group," he said.
“I look forward to getting over there and playing my role in helping Sussex achieve its on and off-field goals for 2018 and beyond," he said.
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