Lalchand Rajput
Lalchand Rajput is a former Indian cricketer and the head coach of the UAE national team, known for his pivotal role in India's victory during the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007. With extensive experience in international cricket, Rajput has been instrumental in developing cricket in the UAE, leading the team to multiple successes, including qualifying for the T20 World Cup and winning several regional trophies. He emphasizes the importance of red-ball cricket in enhancing players’ skills and has been actively working on building a competitive ODI team as they aim for the 2027 World Cup.
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Recent news mentions
UAE coach Lalchand Rajput emphasized the importance of playing matches to improve performance.
Close calls, big statements: Associates make noise at T20 World Cup, will ICC listen? | Cricket News
India· 2026-02-21
Lalchand Rajput is credited by Sohaib Khan for his support and guidance during the match.
A boy from Bihar, now the man for UAE: Sohaib Khan’s journey from Gaya to glory at T20 World Cup | Cricket NewsIndia· 2026-02-13
Lalchand Rajput is the national head coach who has been instrumental in organizing domestic events to develop UAE cricket.
Our unique selling point is that we can host events at a short notice: ECB COO Subhan Ahmed |India· 2025-03-02
Lalchand Rajput is the head coach of the UAE cricket team and has been involved in coaching since February 2024.
Dubai wicket may not offer much help to spinners: Lalchand Rajput | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-02-16
