Former England batter Jonathan Trott has been named Afghanistan head coach, replacing Graham Thorpe.
Thorpe was appointed back in March, having left his role as England's assistant coach in February following the Ashes. However, before he was able to join up with Afghanistan, Thorpe fell "seriously ill" and was hospitalised.
The Professional Cricketers' Association released a statement on behalf of Thorpe's family in early May which read: "Graham Thorpe has recently fallen seriously ill and is currently in hospital receiving treatment.
