Alistair Maiden Appointed Head Coach of The Hundred

maiden, a former England and Glamorgan player, has been handed the responsibility of leading the men's and women's squads in the upcoming Hundred competition.

The Hundred is a new 100-ball cricket competition that will be played in England and Wales from 2021 onwards. The competition will feature eight men's and eight women's teams, with each team playing 10 group matches before the top three sides progress to the knockout stages.

Maiden has a wealth of experience in the game, having played for England in both Test and one-day international cricket.

He also has a strong track record in coaching, having led Glamorgan to the County Championship Division Two title in 2019.

Maiden said he was "excited" to be taking on the role of head coach of The Hundred. "This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a new and exciting competition," he said.

"I'm looking forward to working with the players and staff to create successful men's and women's teams that can compete for the title.

The Hundred is expected to be a major draw for fans, with the competition set to be played at some of the most famous cricket grounds in England and Wales, including Lord's, The Oval, and Edgbaston.

The competition will also be broadcast live on television, with Sky Sports and the BBC set to share the rights.

The Hundred is seen as a major opportunity to grow the game of cricket in England and Wales, with the competition set to attract a new audience to the sport.

Maiden will be responsible for leading the development of the men's and women's teams, as well as overseeing the day-to-day running of the competition.

He will also work closely with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to ensure that The Hundred is a success.