The Melbourne Renegades have appointed David Saker as their head coach for the next season of the Big Bash League in the hope to turn things around after finishing last on the points table in the 2020/21 season. The Renegades were champions in the 2018-19 season but things turned upside down quickly and they managed to win only seven out of 28 games in the last two seasons.
This will be Saker’s second stint with the Renegades after coaching the side back in 2015-16 and he would be eager to use all his international experience while coaching the sides such as England, Australia and Sri Lanka to turn Renegades’ fortunes around in the BBL.
He has also backed the available pool of players to come good in the next season.
"We've got a talented squad with some class and power at the top of the order, complemented by a strong bowling attack and some exciting young talent. We'll be looking to add to this group over the next few months to ensure we've got plenty of options when the season gets underway,” Saker said.
"The Big Bash has continued to grow since my last involvement and it's more competitive than ever on the field so I'm looking forward to working with the playing group to ensure we give ourselves every chance of success."