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New Delhi: Shaun Tait known for his blistering pace during his playing career featured in 59 international matches for Australia across all formats. Over a career that lasted more than a decade he claimed 95 wickets. Tait was also a key member of Australia’s victorious squad in the 2007 Cricket World Cup. Bangladeshs former pace bowling coach New Zealander Andre Adams recently concluded his stint with the team following the end of his tenure. Speaking about his appointment Tait expressed his pleasure at joining the national side and looked forward to working under the leadership of head coach Phil Simmons. “It’s an exciting time to be involved with the Bangladesh cricket team—a bit of a new era you could say” Tait remarked. “There’s been a lot of talk recently about the emerging young fast bowling talent which is really encouraging.” “This is international cricket not a development squad and theres a clear expectation for talent to deliver results” Tait said. “My main focus with the fast bowling group is to channel that talent into performances that translate into more victories for the team.” “To have the opportunity to work with Phil Simmons is equally exciting and I’m really looking forward to the journey ahead” Tait said. Bangladesh recently drew a two-Test series against Zimbabwe and have upcoming assignments against the UAE Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Tait brings extensive experience to the role having previously served as bowling coach for several international sides including Pakistan the West Indies Test team and Afghanistan. The 42-year-old has also held coaching roles in top franchise leagues across the globe such as the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) Big Bash League (BBL) Pakistan Super League (PSL) Lankan Premier League (LPL) and English County Cricket. He was the Head Coach of the Chittagong Kings in the most recent BPL season and had also represented the team as a player during the 2012–13 edition.