Former West Indies all-rounder Phil Simmons is to be appointed the new head coach of the embattled Caribbean side, and is set to take over following the ICC Cricket World Cup.

A source with intimate knowledge of the recruitment and selection process confirmed to CMC Sports that Simmons’ appointment was virtually “a done deal”, and would formally assume duties once the ongoing showpiece in New Zealand and Australia wrapped up next month.

CMC Sports understands he was one of seven candidates being considered for the post.
The 51-year-old Simmons currently serves as Ireland head coach and only last Monday inspired his side to a shock four-wicket defeat of West Indies, in their opening game of the Cricket World Cup at Saxton Oval.
He is in his eighth year as Ireland coach, having signed a two-year contract extension in December, 2013.

In reply to CaribbeanCricket.com

Why would they announce or release this now. I can imagine in the middle of a world cup campaign and Phil need to explain this to his team. That despite what might happen during the WC he jumping ship. Phil might just tell WI to take a hike.

Lawd !!!

Maybe it was agreed to wait until after the Ireland match. :d...with the knowledge that there was no PROBABLE way the two teams could meet again.

In reply to carl0002


I doan understand allys yuh know......wunna ever see these people do anything like if it was thought out........people does do things like a bunch of headless roaches......the Chris Gayle thing and now this, in the middle of the WC.....

And he would be right to tell them to take a hike........the WICBC&F continue along their foolish way.......

Run Phil.....RUNNNNNNNNN!