New Delhi, Oct. 28 -- Cricket Australia (CA) is in discussions with men's head coach Andrew McDonald over a potential contract extension beyond the 2027 ODI World Cup, with the governing body keen to ensure continuity while preparing for the transition to a new generation of players, reported Cricinfo.

McDonald's current contract runs until the end of the 2027 ODI World Cup, where Australia will defend their title. He has been in the role permanently since April 2022, overseeing a successful period that included Australia's 2023 ODI World Cup triumph and the World Test Championship title in the same year.

CA chief executive Todd Greenberg confirmed that discussions were underway, while emphasising the need to plan for the eventual trans...