Langer to Coach London Spirit in The Hundred

Justin Langer, former Australia coach and Test opener, has been appointed head coach of the London Spirit men's team in The Hundred, replacing Trevor Bayliss after a disappointing tenure. Langer, who previously led Australia to two Ashes victories and a T20 World Cup win, has also coached the Perth Scorchers and is currently with the IPL's Lucknow Super Giants. His appointment aims to revitalize the Spirit, which struggled under Bayliss, winning only three games in the last two seasons. Langer is enthusiastic about returning to Lord's, where he played for Middlesex, and aims to bring success to the franchise. He expressed excitement about working with the team and participating in The Hundred, a competition that has been controversial among traditional English cricket fans. With Langer's leadership, the Spirit hopes to emulate the success of their women's team, which won The Hundred in 2024.