New Delhi, Nov. 4 -- Cricket West Indies (CWI) on Tuesday announced the appointment of Andre Coley as the interim head coach of the women's team ahead of their upcoming series against Pakistan.

Coley will take charge for the series, working alongside the existing support staff as the team prepares for the assignment, as per the ICC website.

The Jamaican brings considerable coaching experience, having previously served in various roles with the West Indies. Among his notable stints was his appointment as head coach of the West Indies men's team at the 2010 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, where they finished third.

Coley replaces Shane Deitz, who had been at the helm of the women's team for the past three years. Deitz has stepped down as...