Desai brings over 20 years of international coaching experience, including leading Nepal to regain ODI status and qualify for multiple ICC global events. He is widely respected for instilling belief, structure, and competitive discipline in emerging cricket nations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He has coached across multiple international systems, contributing to the success of Nepal, Afghanistan, the UAE, and the West Indies. He played a key role in Nepal\u2019s resurgence, helping the team regain ODI status and qualify for major ICC tournaments. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Desai has also supported Afghanistan\u2019s rise during key qualifying phases and has worked with IPL franchises in talent identification and athlete development. He is recognized as a specialist in building disciplined, high-performance environments for emerging cricket nations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI am honoured to take on this responsibility and thank Cricket Canada for their trust,\u201d said Monty Desai. \u201cMy previous experience in Canada has given me a clear understanding of the system\u2019s potential and the passion that exists for the game.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Associate cricket is an important driver in the global growth of cricket today, and teams like Nepal and Afghanistan have demonstrated what belief, discipline, and fearlessness can unlock. Canada has a similar opportunity, and my focus will be on building a culture that translates this potential into consistent performances on the international stage,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Following Canada\u2019s participation in the ICC Men\u2019s T20 World Cup 2026 and ahead of key upcoming ICC pathway competitions, this appointment is a strategic step toward building momentum and achieving greater international consistency.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cOur foremost priority is to restore Cricket Canada\u2019s prominence through performance, professionalism, and a renewed and vitalized sense of purpose,\u201d said Arvinder Khosa, President of Cricket Canada. \u201cAppointing Monty Desai reflects this vision. His experience with Associate nations, most notably Nepal and Afghanistan, demonstrates his ability to transform teams through effective leadership, discipline, and a clear long term plan. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Following Canada\u2019s participation in the ICC Men\u2019s T20 World Cup 2026 and ahead of key upcoming ICC pathway competitions, this appointment is a strategic step toward building momentum and achieving greater international consistency.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe warmly welcome Monty to Cricket Canada,\u201d said Paramjit Saini, Secretary, Cricket Canada. \u201cHis track record with teams such as Nepal and Afghanistan speaks for itself. He has helped Associate nations become competitive forces, and we are committed to providing full support as we work together to elevate Canadian cricket.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n