FORMER Worcestershire paceman Graham Dilley has been appointed assistant coach for England's forthcoming Test series in India.

Dilley, who played in 41 Tests for England, has previously worked with the England women's side as a bowling coach and is currently coach at Loughborough University.

He said: "It will be a huge thrill for me to be part of an England dressing room again this winter. I'm really looking forward to the challenge of working with Duncan Fletcher, the players and the rest of the management team."

John Carr, director of operations at the England and Wales Cricket Board, said: "We are delighted to have secured his services."