Sydney: Cricket Australia has appointed former Australian batting great Mike Hussey as a mentor to the men's national team, strengthening its coaching and support structure ahead of several major international tournaments over the next few years.

Hussey will take up the role of mentor as Australia prepare for a demanding international schedule, including the 2027 Ashes series against England and the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.

He will also serve as a T20 consultant, helping the team prepare for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the 2028 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

The former left-handed batter will begin his new assignment with Australia's upcoming T20 International series against England. He is also expected to assist the team during its preparations ahead of the Test series against New Zealand.

Extensive International And Coaching Experience

Hussey brings considerable experience to the role, having represented Australia in more than 300 international matches across formats.

Popularly known as 'Mr Cricket', he was an integral member of Australia's 2007 ODI World Cup-winning team and earned a reputation for his consistency, composure and ability to perform under pressure.

Following his retirement from international cricket, Hussey successfully transitioned into coaching and mentoring roles.

He has worked with national teams from both Australia and England, while also gaining valuable experience in franchise competitions, including the Indian Premier League (IPL) and England's The Hundred.

Experience Of A T20 World Cup-Winning Setup

Hussey was also part of Australia's coaching staff during their triumphant campaign at the 2022 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

His experience of working in high-pressure international tournaments and franchise-based T20 competitions is expected to add significant value to Australia's preparations across formats.

Australia's Long-Term Preparation

Cricket Australia's decision to bring Hussey into the mentoring setup reflects its focus on long-term planning and strengthening the team's preparation for upcoming global events.

With the 2027 Ashes, the 2027 ODI World Cup, the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the 2028 T20 World Cup on the horizon, Hussey's experience is expected to play an important role in guiding Australia's players.

His appointment brings another experienced figure into Australia's support structure as the team looks to maintain its competitiveness across all three formats of international cricket.