Graham Ford resigns as Sri Lankan cricket team coach
" Sri Lanka Cricket today (24) announced that Graham Ford, would be stepping down from his post as Head Coach of the Sri Lanka National Team," the board said in a statement.
Commenting on Ford’s departure President, SLC,Thilanga Sumathipala said: "We have to thank Fordy for his invaluable contribution to Sri Lanka Cricket."
"He joined us at a time where we were quoted by the ICC as being on the ‘verge of suspension’ and at a time where things were volatile and uncertain, Ford had faith in us & has given us his fullest support," Sumathipala said.
"This was a decision arrived at mutually after careful consideration and deliberation and we are both confident of its propriety," he said.
Bidding adieu to Sri Lanka Cricket, Graham Ford stated, "It’s been a privilege to work with these talented young men over the past 15 months. Their passion for the sport is inspiring, as is indeed this nation’s."
"I wish Sri Lanka Cricket and the boys the very best, and I must offer a word of advice to the young men – Always believe in yourself, believe in your team, and play from your heart," he said.
Sri Lanka will take on Zimbabwe in a home series starting on June 30 with an ODI game in Galle.
Image: Sri Lanka Cricket Official Twitter page
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