London, May 14 -- Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff is set to be appointed head coach of Sydney Thunder, marking his first overseas franchise coaching role after his recent work with England Lions and in The Hundred.

The Thunder are expected to confirm Flintoff's appointment shortly after completing their search for a new mentor following the departure of Trevor Bayliss, as reported by Code Sports, as per ESPNcricinfo.

Bayliss spent five seasons with the franchise and guided them to the BBL final in the 2024-25 campaign, although the side also endured last-place finishes in 2023-24 and 2025-26.

Thunder management had publicly stated their intention to recruit a "world-class T20 coach", and Flintoff has emerged as their preferr...