A long-time England fielding coach, Hopkinson joined the men’s set-up in 2018 and has been involved in each of England’s most recent victories in ICC global events; the 50-over World Cup at home in 2019 and the T20 World Cup in Australia in November 2022.
Dawson, who played seven Tests in the secondary between 2001 and 2003, was the head coach of the Young Lions team that reached the final of the Under-19 World Cup in 2022 and joined the senior coaching team ahead of the T20 World Cup. of 2022.
Hopkinson said: “It has been a milestone in my career to not only be part of the England coaching staff for the last seven years, but also to be involved in two historic World Cup victories, something I will always cherish.
“After starting as a national head field coach, I worked alongside Richard Dawson to help England U19 Men reach their first World Cup final in 24 years. It has been exciting to see the young players we work with in the World Cup becoming full England internationals as and, more recently, helping some of the world’s best white-ball players continue to develop.”
Dawson said: “I have enjoyed every minute in the England environment and working with some of the best white-ball players in the world, as well as great people in the coaching team and technical staff from the under-19s to the senior team. .
“Being head coach of the England U19 team that reached the World Cup final was a highlight of his career, and it has been a pleasure to work with some of the best spinners in the world while developing strength and “I’m looking forward to seeing the white-ball team continue to progress and hopefully win more trophies.”
Rob Key, England men’s general manager, said: “Hoppo and Daws are two outstanding coaches who have played important roles in the success of our white-ball teams.
“In addition to their coaching experience with our senior teams, they have also developed young players across all age groups to help establish the next era of our white-ball teams. England cricket is in a better place because of them and I wish them the best. in the next chapter of their careers.
