Mike Hesson steps down as New Zealand cricket coach

June 7 (CRICKETNMORE) - Less than a year to the 2019 ICC World Cup, New Zealand coach Mike Hesson on Thursday announced his decision to step down from his post, effective from July 31. Hesson, who steered the Kiwis to new heights in all

"I tried to persuade him to stay on for another 12 months but his mind was made up. We understand his position," White said in a statement.

"Mike has overseen one of NZC's most successful periods of international cricket, he's more than realised the potential we saw in him back in 2012, and has grown into one of the most respected coaches on the international circuit.

"At the same time, he's carried a torch for coaches in all sports, demonstrating through his success that top-level coaching is not exclusively or necessarily the domain of former star players," he added.

The NZC chief also said that the hunt for Hesson's successor is on even as the Kane Williamson-led side's next assignment is the series against Pakistan, in the United Arab Emirates, in October-November.

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