The BCCI is contemplating extending Rahul Dravid’s teaching tenure with one other two-year contract, news company PTI reported on late Tuesday. Presently, the cricketing physique is eager on having Dravid lead the Indian group in the course of the upcoming South Africa tour, with discussions underway to finalize the small print. Having steered the Indian group to runner-up positions in each the World Test Championship (WTC) and the ODI World Cup this 12 months, Dravid has garnered a commendable teaching document, even when an ICC trophy stays elusive. Several voices throughout the BCCI advocate for sustaining Dravid as the pinnacle coach to make sure continuity for the senior group.
India’s head coach Rahul Dravid and captain Rohit Sharma throughout a follow session at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday(HT_PRINT)
India are scheduled to embark on a tour of South Africa from December 10, 2023, to January 7, 2024, that includes three T20Is, ODIs, and two Test matches. Following the Indian Premier League season subsequent 12 months, India are additionally scheduled to participate within the T20 World Cup within the West Indies and the United States.
“The BCCI secretary Jay Shah has had discussions with Dravid during last week. Obviously, the fine prints of the new contract are yet to be worked out,” a senior BCCI office-bearer told PTI on conditions of anonymity.
“But BCCI wants Dravid to go to South Africa with the Test team.”
In case of VVS Laxman, he might coach the team during the first phase of the series, also allowing him to have a first-hand measure of the ‘A’ team. Laxman is currently with the Indian senior team in the ongoing T20I series against Australia as well.
“Laxman’s hands are full with the NCA work plus there’s another U19 World Cup coming up. There’s A team tour to South Africa.
“He is also involved in cricketing matters with regards to construction of a new NCA facility which is at full swing,” the supply added.
Dravid, nonetheless, hasn’t but intimated his resolution as he additionally has a number of presents to develop into Team Director/Team Mentor from IPL franchises which is hefty cash with a lot lesser involvement, the reporter additional acknowledged. However, he may weigh in on the nice work produced by his group which additionally entails batting coach Vikram Rathour, bowling coach Paras Mhambrey and fielding coach T Dilip.
Source: www.hindustantimes.com
