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Matthew Cooper

Afghanistan to search for new coach after England legend Graham Thorpe's serious illness

Afghanistan are reportedly looking for a new head coach, with England legend Graham Thorpe still 'seriously ill'.

Thorpe was appointed Afghanistan head coach in March, having left his role as England's assistant coach in February following the Ashes. The 52-year-old was set to join up with Afghanistan in the last week of April but fell ill.

The Professional Cricketers' Association released a statement on behalf of Thorpe's family in early May revealing he had been hospitalised. The statement read: "Graham Thorpe has recently fallen seriously ill and is currently in hospital receiving treatment.

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