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Sri Lanka Appoints Ex-India Coach Vikram Rathour for T20 World Cup Prep

Sri Lanka Cricket has appointed former Indian batting coach Vikram Rathour as their national team's batting coach on a consultancy basis. His primary focus will be preparing the team for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in 2026, which Sri Lanka will co-host with India. Rathour, a former India international, will begin his duties in January 2026 and remain with the squad until March. He brings significant experience, having previously coached the Indian men's team to an ICC T20 World Cup victory.

Key Points: Vikram Rathour Named Sri Lanka Batting Coach for T20 World Cup

  • Ex-India coach joins rival team
  • Focus on T20 World Cup 2026
  • Consultancy role from Jan-Mar 2026
  • Coached India to T20 World Cup win
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Sri Lanka Cricket appoints Vikram Rathour as batting coach ahead of T20 World Cup

Former India batting coach Vikram Rathour joins Sri Lanka cricket on consultancy basis ahead of the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

"Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce the appointment of former India Batting Coach Vikram Rathour as the Batting Coach of the Sri Lanka National Team. - SLC Statement"

Colombo, January 8

Sri Lanka Cricket announced the appointment of former Indian cricketer Vikram Rathour as their men's team batting coach ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup this year.

A statement from SLC said, "Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce the appointment of former India Batting Coach Vikram Rathour as the Batting Coach of the Sri Lanka National Team."

He has been appointed on a consultancy basis, with a primary focus on the team's preparation for the ICC Men's T20I World Cup 2026.

A former India international who represented the country in Tests and One-Day Internationals, Rathour will assume duties on January 18, 2026 and will remain with the team until March 10, 2026.

He previously served as the Batting Coach of the Indian Men's Team across all formats from September 2019 to July 2024. Under him, India secured an ICC T20 World Cup win.

Vikram's coaching qualifications are BCCI Level 3, Cricket Australia Level 3, and England & Wales Cricket Board Level 1

He is currently working with the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League, serving as the Lead Assistant Coach.

Sri Lanka, the co-hosts of the tournament with India, are in Group B with 2021 champions Australia, Ireland, Oman and Zimbabwe and will start their campaign against Ireland on February 8 in Colombo.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Interesting appointment. While his credentials are solid, I hope this doesn't create a conflict of interest, especially with India and Sri Lanka co-hosting the World Cup. The BCCI should have clear guidelines for such scenarios.
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Priya S
As an Indian cricket fan, I'm a bit conflicted. Happy for Rathour sir, but part of me wishes he was still with Team India. Our batting has been inconsistent lately. Hope he does well with the Lankan lions!
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Rohit P
Solid choice. His work with Rajasthan Royals shows he understands the modern T20 game. Sri Lanka has some talented young batters who could really benefit from his guidance. Good for subcontinental cricket brotherhood.
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Meera T
Coaching qualifications from BCCI, CA, and ECB? That's seriously impressive. Shows the global respect for Indian cricket expertise now. Wishing him all the success.
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Vikram M
Just a short-term consultancy. Smart move by Sri Lanka to get specialized help for the World Cup they're co-hosting. Hope it strengthens our neighbour's team and we get some exciting matches! 🏏

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