Matt Walker, the former Kent head coach, has been appointed as Paul Farbrace 's successor at Sussex, and will take over the role on November 1, when Farbrace steps up to become Director of Cricket. "We are delighted that Matt has agreed to become our new Head Coach," Farbrace said. "I am incredibly honoured and excited to have been given the opportunity to become Head Coach of Sussex Cricket," he said. "Appointing the right Head Coach was one of the most important decisions we had to make," Warner said. "Matt combines an outstanding track record with the leadership, experience and ambition we believe Sussex Cricket needs.