1 year ago
Sulakshan Kulkarni Named Deputy Head Coach of Oman Cricket
Former Mumbai wicketkeeper Sulakshan Kulkarni is now the Deputy Head Coach for the Oman men's cricket team.
His job starts in October with the T20 World Cup Qualifiers, which Oman is hosting.
Kulkarni has coached several teams, including Mumbai, to a big win in the past.
He will work with Head Coach Duleep Mendis to help the team.
Oman has also qualified for an important tournament called the Asia Cup, but they are waiting to confirm when and if it will happen.
This is not the first time Oman has hired someone from Mumbai to help their team.
Sulakshan Kulkarni appointed as Deputy Head Coach of Oman Men's Cricket Team.
Kulkarni's tenure starts with T20 World Cup Qualifiers in Oman from October 8-18.
Duleep Mendis remains Head Coach; Kulkarni brings experience from coaching domestic teams.
Kulkarni coached Mumbai to a Ranji Trophy victory in 2012-13.
Oman qualified for the Asia Cup, though its status is uncertain.
- Who
- Sulakshan Kulkarni.
- What
- Sulakshan Kulkarni appointed as Deputy Head Coach of Oman Men’s Cricket Team.
- Where
- Oman.
- When
- Appointment announced July 20, 2025; tenure begins October 8-18.
- Why
- To help Oman's cricket team, with the goal to qualify for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Key facts
- New Role
- Deputy Head Coach, Oman Men’s Cricket Team
- Head Coach
- Duleep Mendis
- First-Class Matches Played
- 65
- List A Games Played
- 13
- Notable Coaching Achievement
- Led Mumbai to Ranji Trophy victory in 2012-13
- Start Date
- October 8, 2025
