Former England ace joins Scotland coaching team

Cricket Scotland has appointed former Warwickshire captain and England A batsmen Michael Powell as their High Performance batting coach. The appointment will be on a part-time basis, as he is also a PE teacher and master-in-charge of cricket at the Loretto School in Musselburgh.

Michael Powell's specific remit will be to work with a small group of both current and emerging international players, to help them develop their technical and tactical play.

Cricket Scotland's Head of Performance, Andy Tennant, said: “We are pleased to have Michael on board. He is a highly rated young coach with an excellent pedigree, and will provide welcome support to the excellent work being done by head coach Peter Steindl and the national coaching team.

“We are determined to leave no stone unturned to ensure that Scotland’s finest players receive the best and most experienced support available. We are also indebted to Loretto School for allowing us to use Michael’s skills in this exciting new role.”

Michael Powell himself said: "I'm loving it here in Scotland. This is a great opportunity for me to work with Scotland's best batters and develop my coaching career."