In a bold step towards redefining Malaysia’s presence in international cricket, the Malaysian Cricket Association (MCA) today (June 03) unveiled a comprehensive high-performance roadmap for 2025–2026.
Designed to elevate the national team’s competitiveness, the initiative introduces a refreshed coaching structure, an enhanced player development pathway, and defined performance benchmarks aimed at securing Malaysia’s rise on the global stage.
As part of this strategic shift, Dav Whatmore has been appointed as the Director of Cricket, the MCA announces.
“Dav Whatmore is a highly accomplished and successful gentleman that has played many roles in various full members. Whilst as Head Coach, Sri Lanka won the ICC World Cup in 1996 and has since produced many positive results. It is expected that the appointment will result in Malaysia building a total cricket structure that will connect the dots from lateral development to being a high performing country. Dav Whatmore would also play a leading role in building the women’s team as its moves ahead,” the MCA statement notes.
In addition, Bilal Asad has been appointed Head Coach of the National Men’s Team while Rakesh Madhavan has been appointed as Head Coach of the Men’s Emerging Team.
President of the MCA – Mahinda Vallipuram says : “Malaysia has earned a strong reputation globally for consistently delivering world-class events. Now, it is time for our national teams to match that excellence with on-field performance. This structure represents our determination to transform Malaysia into a competitive force in international cricket. We are no longer content with participation—we aim to qualify, to win, and to lead.”
