Sydney, March 18 -- Brad Haddin has been confirmed as the next NSW men's head coach, replacing veteran mentor Greg Shipperd after his contract was terminated a year early.

Cricket NSW have wasted little time in announcing Haddin as his successor after the Blueswrapped up their 2025-26 campaign with a thrilling draw against Western Australia onTuesday.

The former Australian wicketkeeper and Test great reportedly presented to the CNSW Boardas the match was taking place at Cricket Central. Men's assistant coaches Ali de Winter andShawn Bradstreet were also told during the final day of the Sheffield Shield season that theywould no longer be required.

NSW drew their final-round match as tailenders Corey Rocchiccioli and Albert Esterhuysen sur...