Kurtz set to be new hockey coach of Bangladesh

However, in a latest twist to events, it is being widely rumoured that Rach’s compatriot Oliver Kurtz will be appointed as coach instead. “At the moment, we are not looking for a long-term coach. We want to appoint someone for the short term. As part of the process, we have talked with Peter. We will also talk with Oliver,” said hockey federation vice president Shafiullah al Munir. Kurtz, a member of the gold medal-winning German side at the Barcelona Olympic Games in 1992, is currently in Brazil and is expected to arrive in Dhaka soon. A four-member panel has been set up to appoint the new Bangladesh coach. Headed by Munir, the committee comprises Khaja Rahmatullah, Rafiqul Islam Kamal and Mahbub Ehsan Rana.