Andrew McDonald appointed head coach of men's Birmingham-based side in The Hundred

The former Australia allrounder earlier this year became the first coach to secure an Australian domestic treble since the Big Bash was launched in the country

Former Australia allrounder Andrew McDonald has been named the head coach of the men's Birmingham-based team in The Hundred.

The 38-year-old became the first coach earlier this year to secure an Australian domestic treble since the launch of the Big Bash.

McDonald led Melbourne Renegades to a first title, whilst also securing the Sheffield Shield and One-Day Cup with his native Victoria, with whom he also enjoyed Sheffield Shield success in 2017.

McDonald said: "The Hundred is a tournament that's generating interest across the globe and the opportunity to be part of it as Head Coach of the Birmingham team is something that I'm relishing.

"Being based at Edgbaston will give this team access to some of the best cricket facilities in the world, but it’s also a venue that's very well known for its atmosphere and having such a passionate home crowd behind us will be fantastic as we look to progress through the tournament."

^{Andrew McDonald led Melbourne Renegades to their first BBL title}

McDonald will be assisted at Edgbaston by Daniel Vettori, who has enjoyed spells as head coach of IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore, Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash, as well as Vitality Blast spells with Middlesex and Derbyshire Falcons. 

Warwickshire CCC Chief Operating Officer, Craig Flindall, said: "Andrew has quickly become one of the most sought-after coaches in the game, having won multiple trophies in such a short space of time and developed relationships with many of the world's leading players. He also boasts coaching experience in England, having spent two years with Leicestershire.

"We went through a very comprehensive selection process and spoke to several outstanding coaches, who have vast experience of the international game, in addition to marquee T20 tournaments.

"However, Andrew was the standout candidate amongst this group and everyone is looking forward to welcoming him to Edgbaston to represent our men's team in The Hundred."

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