Former Pakistan fast bowler Aaqib Javed has replaced Robin Singh as coach of the Chittagong Vikings for the third edition of the BPL that begins on November 22.

"Aaqib took the Chittagong job after Robin Singh failed to fulfill the contract with Chittagong Vikings for the season. Former Indian cricketer Robin was signed by Chittagong as the head coach but due to personal reasons had to pull out from the job," a Vikings statement said.

The press release also quoted Singh apologising for his having to back out. "It is regretful that for personal reasons I will now be unable to fulfill my contract with the Chittagong Vikings in the BPL. I would like to convey my apologies to the franchise owners, players and support staff. My best wishes go to the team for the tournament."

Javed, who helped UAE qualify for the World T20 2014, is expected to arrive on November 17 while the team has already begun training with some of their local cricketers. The Vikings will play their first match of BPL 3 against the Sylhet Superstars on November 23.