Team India coach Anil Kumble likely to be promoted to the post of 'Team Director' - Report

New Delhi: Its a news of promotion for the current Team India coach as Anil Kumble is likely to assume the post of 'Team Director'. The decision came soon after the court appointed Committee of Administrators (COA) sought to change the coaching hierachy on the lines similar to that of England and Wales Cricket Board.

“We need to move ahead with the times and that is why these structural changes are looked at. If it happens, Indian cricket will benefit, as one person will handle all the teams and there will be better coordination between all concerned. The plan is already in place and there is a strong possibility that when new contracts are given out, these changes will be made,” board sources told Express.

Though, it is quite different from the roadmap put forth by Kumble and Rahul Dravid, it is comprehensible that COA is keen on this change. However, Kumble has been given time to give this decision a thought as it would require more time than that he spends with the senior national team.

If Jumbo takes up the post then Rahul Dravid is the likely candidate to replace him as senior team coach. It has been earlier reported that Dravid was indeed given this offer which he had denied.

"It actually quite early to speak about this situation. Being both the coach and team director is indeed a hectic job and needs immense dedication. And with the schedule we have he is likely to get exhausted. Thus we need a back-up option, particularly with the Champions Trophy being round the corner,” the source further added.