Brian Lara in Zimbabwe for Test series

Former West Indies Captain and batting legend, Brian Lara, is in Zimbabwe for the upcoming Test series against Zimbabwe.

This is after he agreed to assist Cricket West Indies (CWI) a Performance Mentor – working across all international Teams and with input into the West Indies Academy.

Lara’s new role will be to support the various Head Coaches in providing players with tactical advice and improving their game sense, as well as working closely with the Director of Cricket on ICC World Cup Tournament strategic planning.

The Test cricket record holder’s first assignment will be with the West Indies Test squad. He has joined the Test squad in Zimbabwe where he will assist in the team’s preparations ahead of the first Test Match in Bulawayo on 4 February 2023.

Lara said, “Having spent time with the players and coaches in Australia and in discussions with CWI, I really believe that I can help the players with their mental approach to the game and with their tactics to be more successful. I’m looking forward to joining the group in Zimbabwe and the opportunity to work with other West Indies teams later in the year.”

The Windies start off with a three-day warm-up match against a Zimbabwe XI at Bulawayo Athletic Club.