Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce the following coaching appointments

Julian Wood
Julian Wood has been appointed as the National Batting Coach for a period of one year,
effective 1st October 2025.
Wood, the creator of the innovative “Power Hitting Program,” is renowned for integrating
cricketing techniques with modern training methods and biomechanics to maximize players’
hitting power.
He brings a wealth of experience, having previously worked with the England and Wales
Cricket Board (ECB), Gloucestershire CCC, Hampshire CCC, Middlesex CCC, and IPL
franchise Punjab Kings, among others.
Earlier this year, Wood conducted a special one-week training program with Sri Lanka’s
national squads, assisting them in preparation for upcoming international assignments,
including the ongoing ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup.

Rene Ferdinands
Dr. Rene Ferdinands has been appointed as the National Spin Bowling Coach effective 30th
September 2025.
Holding a PhD in biomechanics from the University of Waikato, Ferdinands brings extensive
expertise in applying science to enhance cricket performance. He previously worked with the
National Cricket Academy of India (NCA), delivering biomechanics-based coaching
programs for elite players and coaches.
A specialist in both wrist and finger spin, Rene has also served as a biomechanics consultant
for New Zealand Cricket, carrying out performance evaluations and injury-risk assessments
for leading bowlers.
In addition to his international work, Dr. Ferdinands has held coaching roles with Eastern
Suburbs Cricket Club, UTS North Sydney Cricket Club, Hawkesbury Cricket Club, and
Sydney University Cricket Club, among several others.
During his two-year tenure with Sri Lanka Cricket, he will lead spin bowling training, match
preparation, performance analysis, and player development.