Zimbabwean coach Stephen Mangongo takes over Nigeria’s Yellow Greens
Stephen Mangongo has been named the new head coach of the Yellow Greens by the Nigeria Cricket Federation. He will also serve as the federation’s high-performance manager. Mangongo brings nearly 30 years of coaching experience and a strong track record in African cricket. His appointment follows a four-month search to replace Steve Tikolo.
Match highlights
- Stephen Mangongo is set to be unveiled as head coach at the TBS Cricket Oval on Wednesday, May 27.
- He replaces Steve Tikolo, who served as coach from October 2022 to January 2026.
- Mangongo previously led Zimbabwe to a historic win over Australia in 2014 and has participated in multiple ICC World Cups.
- He has mentored top Zimbabwean players like Hamilton Masakadza and Tatenda Taibu.
- His achievements include winning the ICC Intercontinental Trophy in 2008 and being named Best Cricket Coach in Zimbabwe in 2009 and Best Sports Coach in 2010.
