Jonathan Trott will end his tenure as Afghanistan's head coach at the conclusion of the 2026 T20 World Cup in March, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced.
"ACB recognises that coaching transitions are a natural part of the global cricketing ecosystem. Just as teams evolve, so do their leadership and strategic needs," the board said in a statement. "No international side remains under a single coach forever, and this change marks a new chapter for Afghanistan as the board continues building toward long-term excellence. This decision comes as part of ACB's long term strategic planning for the next phase of the national team's growth."
Afghanistan have also decided to part ways with batting coach Andrew Puttick after his contract ends on December 31. He took up the role in January this year, having earlier worked as Pakistan's batting coach.
Trott, who first took charge as head coach in July 2022, has overseen Afghanistan's rise as a formidable white-ball team. His initial tenure was for 18 months, but he was given a 12-month extension in 2024 and then again through 2025.
The 2026 T20 World Cup, which is likely to be held between February 7 and March 8 in India and Sri Lanka will be Trott's last assignment with Afghanistan.