Preview: The process to select the next Team India head coach is underway currently. The Kapil Dev-led Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) began the process on Friday with former all-rounder Robin Singh appearing first for the interview. Singh, a former Mumbai Indians coach, appeared before the three-member panel, which also comprises Anshuman Gaikwad and Shantha Rangaswamy. The CAC will announce the selected candidate later this evening. Five names — incumbent Ravi Shastri, Robin Singh, Lalchand Rajput, Mike Hesson and Tom Moody — are in contention for the high-profile position.
Follow Team India coach selection live updates below:
What is the process of selecting next head coach?
The six shortlisted candidates will submit their presentation – which is a roadmap for Indian cricket’s future – to the Kapil Dev CAC. The committee also holds the rights to conduct an interview session with the candidates. It should be noted that out of the six shortlisted candidates, Phil Simmons as withdrawn his application.
Who will select new coach?
A three-member committee comprising former India captain Kapil Dev, former India head coach Anshuman Gaekwad and former India women’s team captain Shantha Rangaswamy has been appointed by the CoA to select the next India head coach.
Hello and welcome
A very warm welcome to the live blog of the Team India coach selection. We will find out today who will be selected for this high profile position. Ravi Shastri, Robin Singh, Lalchand Rajput, Mike Hesson and Tom Moody are in contention with the current India head coach leading the way. The next India head coach will be announced during a press conference later today.
Source: HindustanTimes