The Role: Former South Africa allrounder Dale Benkenstein has been appointed as the "batting specialist" of the Bangladesh men's team for their upcoming all-format tour of South Africa Dale Benkenstein appointed Bangladesh's 'batting specialist' ahead of SA tour. Coaching Staff Integration: He will work under head coach Phil Simmons, stepping into the batting coaching setup following recent reassignments by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Dale Benkenstein appointed Bangladesh's 'batting specialist' ahead of SA tour. His first head coach job was at Hampshire, when he led the club to promotion to Division One in 2014 and two Vitality Blast Finals Day appearances. He then went on to coach Gloucestershire in 2022 and 2023 and was then in charge of Lancashire till 2025. He is currently serving as Durham's batting consultant. Extensive Experience: Benkenstein brings vast coaching credentials, having previously served as South Africa's men's batting coach (2017–19), head coach at county sides Hampshire, Gloucestershire, and Lancashire, and batting consultant for Durham Dale Benkenstein appointed Bangladesh's 'batting specialist' ahead of SA tour. Tour Schedule: Bangladesh is touring South Africa in November and December 2026 to play two Tests, three ODIs, and three T20Is Dale Benkenstein appointed Bangladesh's 'batting specialist' ahead of SA tour. The tour kicks off with the first Test in Johannesburg on November 15, which forms part of the 2025–27 World Test Championship cycle Dale Benkenstein appointed Bangladesh's 'batting specialist' ahead of SA tour.