Former India skipper and player Rahul Dravid has reapplied for the head of the cricket at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), Concordant to the PTI report.
The BCCI had to invite candidates after Dravid’s 2-year contract had expired. According to the rulebook, there is no provision to lengthen the tenure and there would have to be new applications for the post.
In addition to Rahul Dravid, no other prominent names have applied: BCCI source
Concerning the developments, a BCCI source told PTI that Rahul Dravid was the lone candidate for the position.
“Yes, Rahul has reapplied for the post of Head of Cricket. You don’t need to be a genius to guess that he is going to continue after the tremendous work he has put in to change the face of NCA, which is now truly a centre of excellence. In fact, as of now, save Rahul, there are no other prominent names of stature who have applied for the post.”
According to the report added that the BCCI has decided to extend the deadline for submission of applications by a few additional days to make sure that responsive candidates get a chance to apply.
“The BCCI brass has decided to extend the deadline from August 15 by a few more days. When Rahul is in the fray, everyone knows that there is little meaning in applying for the post. It’s more of a formality but yeah to be fair, a few more days are there if anyone feels that they would like to throw their hat in the ring,” the source added.
Any ideas about Rahul Dravid replacing Ravi Shastri as the head coach of the domestic side after the ICC T20 World Cup can now be closeted. Dravid had earlier mentioned his reluctance to take over Shastri’s role as coach of the Indian team.
In a virtual press interview ahead of the 3rd T20I against Sri Lanka last month, Dravid replied:
“You know, to be honest with you I am happy doing what I am doing. For me, I haven’t given any other thought than this tour and getting through this tour.”
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