Kathmandu Gurkhas have made Monty Desai their new head coach for the upcoming Nepal Premier League (NPL) season 2. This is an important step for the team as they want to play better and win more matches.
On Thursday, July 10, 2025, Gurkhas shared a post on their official Facebook page featuring Monty Desai as their new head coach.
Monty Desai has lots of experience, including being the coach of the Nepal national cricket team before. The Gurkhas hope his coaching will help the team do well in the NPL.
About Monty Desai
Monty Desai is an experienced and respected cricket coach who has worked with many international teams. He became popular in Nepal for his strong leadership and positive results while coaching the Nepal national cricket team. His ability to connect with players and bring out their best performance has made him one of the top coaches in associate cricket.
Here are some of Monty Desai’s major achievements:
| Year(s) | Team / Role | Achievement |
|---|---|---|
| 2023–2024 | Nepal (Head Coach) | Worked with the national team during major tours and series, including the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 |
| 2019–2022 | West Indies (Batting Coach) | Led the team during the ICC World Cricket League Division 2 |
| 2019 | Canada (Head Coach) | Part of the coaching team during the ICC World Cup Qualifiers |
| 2018 | Afghanistan (Batting Coach) | Part of the coaching team during ICC World Cup Qualifiers |
| 2008–2015 | Rajasthan Royals (IPL) | Served as Performance Coach & Talent Scout, contributing to player development |
| Various Years | T20 Leagues and National Teams | Qualified for the Asia Cup 2023 and ICC T20 World Cup 2024; retained ODI status; strong performance in ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 |
Expectations and Goals
With Monty Desai joining as the new head coach, Kathmandu Gurkhas have high hopes for the upcoming Nepal Premier League season. Monty’s experience and coaching skills are expected to bring new strategies and better planning to the team.
The Gurkhas want to play smart cricket with strong teamwork and aim to win the championship. The team management is working to create a good mix of experienced players and young talent. Under Monty’s guidance, the players will get better training and support to improve their skills.
Fans are excited to see how Monty Desai will help the Kathmandu Gurkhas perform and hope the team delivers great matches this season.
Final Thoughts
Monty Desai joining Kathmandu Gurkhas as their head coach is exciting news for both the team and their fans. His experience and coaching skills are expected to help the Gurkhas play better and compete strongly in the Nepal Premier League.
The team looks ready to take on the challenges of the upcoming season and aims to bring great performances to the field. Fans should stay tuned and support Kathmandu Gurkhas as they start a new journey with Monty Desai leading the way.
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