Adrian Le Roux Appointed as Strength and Conditioning Coach for Indian Men's Cricket Team
New Appointment for Indian Cricket Team
Following the exit of Soham Desai, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has named Adrian Le Roux from Punjab Kings as the new strength and conditioning coach for the Indian men's cricket squad. Adrian has dedicated the past six years to Punjab Kings, where he played a pivotal role in their impressive run to the finals in the 2025 Indian Premier League, ultimately finishing as runners-up.
Adrian's Previous Experience
This isn't Adrian's first engagement with the BCCI; he previously worked with the Indian team from January 2002 to March 2003. Additionally, he spent a significant period with Kolkata Knight Riders from 2008 to 2019, where he contributed to the team's success, witnessing them secure two IPL championships under the leadership of Gautam Gambhir in 2012 and 2014.
Reflections on His Journey
Upon his appointment, Adrian shared his thoughts on his time with Punjab Kings via Instagram, stating,
"And with that a 6-year journey with the @punjabkingsipl comes to an end. Went all the way to the final this season. Fell just short, and yes that really hurt. But I'm incredibly proud of the team, the way we prepared, the way we played and how we fought right to the end."He further expressed his optimism for the team's future, adding,
"Punjab Kings are in a good place and in good hands. That makes me happy. Until we meet again."
Who is Adrian Le Roux?
Adrian Le Roux, hailing from Cape Town, South Africa, is a seasoned sports scientist. He served as the strength and conditioning coach for the South African men's cricket team from June 2003 to August 2007. Furthermore, he held the role of lead strength and conditioning coach within Cricket South Africa from May 2018 until June 2024. He is set to join the Indian team ahead of their upcoming Test series in England.
India is preparing for a five-match Test series against England, commencing on June 20, with the first match scheduled at Headingley, Leeds. The last time India triumphed in this series was in 2007. Under the captaincy of Shubman Gill and with Gautam Gambhir as head coach, India is poised to embark on a new chapter in their Test cricket journey.