Michael Hussey will begin his new assignment immediately, providing support during Australia's upcoming five-match T20I series against England. He will also work with the Test squad ahead of the summer series against New Zealand before taking on responsibilities across Australia's major international campaigns over the next two years.
The former left-handed batter brings considerable international experience to the setup. He represented Australia in 302 matches across all three formats between 2005 and 2013. Hussey was part of the Australian team that won the World Cup and the Ashes.
Michael Hussey brings a plethora of experience with him
Hussey is familiar with the Australian dressing room, having worked with the national side in previously. He joined the squad for training sessions in Perth ahead of the first Tests against England, India and Pakistan over the past three years. His latest appointment expands that association into a more defined role across formats.
He also spent several years as Chennai Super Kings' batting coach under Stephen Fleming and was the head coach of Welsh Fire in this year's edition of The Hundred. His long association with Fleming at CSK had made him a potential option for England's coaching staff after the New Zealander took charge of their Test team. However, Hussey has chosen Australia's consultancy arrangement instead.
I hope I can add value - Michael Hussey
"This team has achieved so much in recent times, to which I hope I can add value to the coaching and playing groups ahead of what will be an exciting and challenging period," he said in a statement.
"Mike has been a highly valued part of our staff in the past and brings a considerable skill set which is complementary to the coaches and players.
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