Renowned Sri Lankan cricketer Chaminda Vaas has thrown his hat in the ring for the position of head coach of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) national team, just ahead of the ODI World Cup Qualifiers. With the deadline for applications set by the Emirates Cricket Board on June 26, Vaas hopes to make a positive impact on the team’s development before the forthcoming events.
Having closely followed the UAE’s recent performances, Vaas recognizes the team’s potential and believes he can contribute to their progress. Expressing his thoughts to ‘The National,’ Vaas spoke highly of the UAE’s talented and well-balanced side, emphasizing the need for motivation to propel them to the next level. He is eager to guide and inspire the players as they compete against teams from other countries.
Vaas acknowledges the growing prominence of franchise cricket worldwide and believes that the UAE players’ participation in such leagues would enhance their skills and enable them to compete more effectively against other Asian teams. He sees this as a stepping stone towards the ultimate goal of participating in the World Cup. The former Sri Lankan great envisions the UAE team making their mark in the Asia Cups, vying with subcontinental countries for success.
Understanding that every player is unique, Vaas aims to bring the UAE players together and foster a strong team dynamic. He believes in adapting his coaching methods to suit the individuals and fostering unity within the team. By emphasizing teamwork and instilling a winning mentality, Vaas aspires to guide the UAE players towards their goals.
