Kalam Ali
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Kalam Ali |
| Role | Coach |
| Head coaching information | |
| Years | Team |
| 2025– | Chitwan Rhinos |
| Nepal A (assistant) | |
| Nepal U19 (assistant) | |
Kalam Ali is a Nepalese cricket coach. He is currently the head coach of the Chitwan Rhinos in the Nepal Premier League.[1] He has also previously served as assistant coach of the Nepal A cricket team[2] and the Nepal U19 cricket team,[3] and has managed the Bagmati Province cricket team in the Prime Minister Cup.[4]
Coaching career
Kalam Ali has built a diverse coaching portfolio across domestic and franchise‑level cricket in Nepal:
- Managed Bagmati Province in the Prime Minister Cup.[2]
- Served as assistant coach for Nepal U19.[3]
- Served as assistant coach for Nepal A.[2]
- Coached several franchise league teams.
- In 2025, appointed head coach of Chitwan Rhinos ahead of Nepal Premier League Season 2.[1]
Kalam Ali is regarded for his contribution to developing emerging cricketing talent in Nepal and for bringing strategic leadership to domestic teams.
References
- ^ a b "Ali on the coach of Chitwan Rhinos". eKantipur. 2 August 2025. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
- ^ a b c "CAN announces formation of Nepal 'A' team". Cricket Association of Nepal. 14 February 2024. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
- ^ a b "Chitwan Rhinos announce new head coach, mentor, and team director for Season 2". Makalu Khabar. 9 August 2025. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
- ^ "Introducing Kalam Ali as the new Head Coach of the Chitwan Rhinos". Facebook. Retrieved 12 November 2025.