BCCI secretary Jay Shah clarified that the board has not approached any Australian veterans for the position of head coach for the Indian Cricket Team. This announcement comes in response to a wave of reports suggesting that the BCCI had contacted Justin Langer and Ricky Ponting for the role.
BCCI secretary Jay Shah has said in a statement, reported by The Times of India, “Neither I nor the BCCI have approached any former Australian cricketer with a coaching offer. The reports circulating in certain media sections are completely incorrect. Finding the right coach for our national team is a meticulous and thorough process. We are focused on identifying individuals who possess a deep understanding of the Indian cricket structure and have risen through the ranks. Our coach must have an in-depth knowledge of our domestic cricket framework to truly elevate Team India to the next level.”
The role demands a high level of professionalism as one gets to nurture some of the best cricketers in the world and an assembly line of talented cricketers to follow. Catering to the aspirations of a billion fans is a huge honour and the BCCI will pick the right candidate, capable of propelling Indian cricket forward.”
Meanwhile, Australian legend Ricky Ponting revealed that he was approached by the BCCI for the prestigious post. However, multiple reports suggest that he declined the offer to spend more time with his family in Australia.
Another news report claimed that Lucknow Super Giants coach Justin Langer was approached by the BCCI for the post. However, the Australian veteran declined the offer, citing the pressure of handling such a position.
The BCCI invited applications for the position of Head Coach of the Senior Men’s Team on May 13. Additionally, applications for the position should be submitted by 6 PM IST on May 27, 2024.