The Indian cricket team wore black armbands to pay tribute to late cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad, who passed away on Wednesday (July 31) in London. Aged 71, the former India batter and coach lost his life battling blood cancer. Meanwhile, India captain Rohit Sharma wore the black armband during the toss, which he lost as Sri Lanka asked India to bowl first in the first ODI.

"Team India is wearing black armbands today in memory of former Indian cricketer and coach Anshuman Gaekwad, who passed away on Wednesday," the BCCI said in a statement on Friday.&nbsp;

The ex-India batter, Gaekwad, played 40 Tests and 15 One-Dayers, scoring 2254 runs in total, including twin tons, with his top score (201) coming against Pakistan in Jalandhar in 1983.

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Recently, former India captain Kapil Dev and his teammate Sandip Patil urged the BCCI to provide medical assistance to Gaekwad, who was getting treated for cancer in London. The Indian Cricket Board reacted immediately, as BCCI secretary Jay Shah asked the board to release INR 1 crore for his treatment.

<h2>Pant dropped, Iyer returns to XI for 1st ODI</h2>

Rohit had to choose between KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant, and he went ahead with KL as the keeper-batter in the first ODI. Although Pant had recently won the T20 World Cup in the Americas and was also in form, KL was ahead in the pecking order.&nbsp;

The bigger news, however, was the inclusion of Shreyas Iyer in the playing XI for the first time since his fallout with BCCI. Earlier, the Indian board decided against providing him and Ishan Kishan central contracts for the upcoming season.

With all eyes on the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan, scheduled for the February-March window, the selectors are keen on zeroing in on the final 15 for the eight-team tournament.&nbsp;With a sorted top order, the team management has the middle order headache to handle, with plenty of options waiting in the wings. &nbsp;

Meanwhile, going by the look of the playing XI in the first ODI, KL will keep wickets in the ODIs, with Iyer preferred at number four. Although Hardik Pandya's name is absent from this squad, he still can return, depending on his bowling fitness.

In the meantime, Shivam Dube and Riyan Parag will be tried in the lower middle-order slots. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The Indian cricket team wore black armbands to pay tribute to late cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad, who passed away on Wednesday (July 31) in London. Aged 71, the former India batter and coach lost his life battling blood cancer.

The Indian cricket team wore black armbands to pay tribute to late cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad, who passed away on Wednesday (July 31) in London. Aged 71, the former India batter and coach lost his life battling blood cancer. Meanwhile, India captain Rohit Sharma wore the black armband during the toss, which he lost as Sri Lanka asked India to bowl first in the first ODI. "Team India is wearing black armbands today in memory of former Indian cricketer and coach Anshuman Gaekwad, who passed away on Wednesday," the BCCI said in a statement on Friday. The ex-India batter, Gaekwad, played 40 Tests and 15 One-Dayers, scoring 2254 runs in total, including twin tons, with his top score (201) coming against Pakistan in Jalandhar in 1983. ALSO READ: Eoin Morgan picks Rahul Dravid, Brendon McCullum as options for England’s white-ball coach Recently, former India captain Kapil Dev and his teammate Sandip Patil urged the BCCI to provide medical assistance to Gaekwad, who was getting treated for cancer in London. The Indian Cricket Board reacted immediately, as BCCI secretary Jay Shah asked the board to release INR 1 crore for his treatment. Pant dropped, Iyer returns to XI for 1st ODI Rohit had to choose between KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant, and he went ahead with KL as the keeper-batter in the first ODI. Although Pant had recently won the T20 World Cup in the Americas and was also in form, KL was ahead in the pecking order. The bigger news, however, was the inclusion of Shreyas Iyer in the playing XI for the first time since his fallout with BCCI. Earlier, the Indian board decided against providing him and Ishan Kishan central contracts for the upcoming season. With all eyes on the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan, scheduled for the February-March window, the selectors are keen on zeroing in on the final 15 for the eight-team tournament. With a sorted top order, the team management has the middle order headache to handle, with plenty of options waiting in the wings. Meanwhile, going by the look of the playing XI in the first ODI, KL will keep wickets in the ODIs, with Iyer preferred at number four. Although Hardik Pandya's name is absent from this squad, he still can return, depending on his bowling fitness. In the meantime, Shivam Dube and Riyan Parag will be tried in the lower middle-order slots. (With inputs from agencies)

SL vs IND 2024, 1st ODI: Indian players don black armbands in memory of Anshuman Gaekwad

On Wednesday (Jul&nbsp;31), former Indian cricketer and coach Anshuman Gaekwad passed away at the age of 71 after a prolonged battle with blood cancer. Gaekwad played for India for a period of 12 years, from 1975 to 1987, where the former opening batter&nbsp;represented the national side in 40 Tests and 15 ODIs. He also served as the men's team head coach in two stints (during which India ended as runners-up in the 2000 Champions Trophy). In addition, he&nbsp;served as a national selector in the 1990s and the president of the Indian Cricketers' Association.

Post his demise, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah reacted to the news on X, formerly Twitter, and wrote, "My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr Aunshuman Gaekwad. Heartbreaking for the entire cricket fraternity. May his soul rest in peace."

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PM Narendra Modi also wrote on X&nbsp;saying, "Shri Anshuman Gaekwad Ji will be remembered for his contribution to cricket. He was a gifted player and an outstanding coach. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti."

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Gaekwad was battling blood cancer for quite some time and struggling financially. Recently, the BCCI Secretary pledged INR 10 million (INR 1 crore) for his treatment after Gaekwad revealed his financial struggles to former cricketer Sandeep Patil. Along with Patil, Kapil Dev and other former cricketers&nbsp;such as Mohinder Amarnath, Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar, Madan Lal, Ravi Shastri, and Kirti Azad, worked towards raising funds to support Gaekwad.

Despite all the help and the brave battle shown against cancer, Gaekwad passed away at 71, leaving a huge void in Indian cricket.

On Wednesday (Jul 31), former Indian cricketer and coach Anshuman Gaekwad passed away at the age of 71 after a prolonged battle with blood cancer. Gaekwad played for India for a period of 12 years, from 1975 to 1987, where the former opening batter represented the national side in 40 Tests and 15 ODIs.

On Wednesday (Jul 31), former Indian cricketer and coach Anshuman Gaekwad passed away at the age of 71 after a prolonged battle with blood cancer. Gaekwad played for India for a period of 12 years, from 1975 to 1987, where the former opening batter represented the national side in 40 Tests and 15 ODIs. He also served as the men's team head coach in two stints (during which India ended as runners-up in the 2000 Champions Trophy). In addition, he served as a national selector in the 1990s and the president of the Indian Cricketers' Association. Post his demise, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah reacted to the news on X, formerly Twitter, and wrote, "My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr Aunshuman Gaekwad. Heartbreaking for the entire cricket fraternity. May his soul rest in peace." My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr Aunshuman Gaekwad. Heartbreaking for the entire cricket fraternity. May his soul rest in peace🙏 — Jay Shah (@JayShah) July 31, 2024 × Also read: Dravid left business class, Rohit was scolding...: Titbits from India's Barbados-Delhi flight post T20 WC win Former Indian captain and BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly also reacted on X calling it 'terrible' news. RIP Anshu bhai .. terrible terrible news pic.twitter.com/cdR7FvJDf4 — Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) July 31, 2024 × PM Narendra Modi also wrote on X saying, "Shri Anshuman Gaekwad Ji will be remembered for his contribution to cricket. He was a gifted player and an outstanding coach. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti." Shri Anshuman Gaekwad Ji will be remembered for his contribution to cricket. He was a gifted player and an outstanding coach. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 31, 2024 × Gaekwad was battling blood cancer for quite some time and struggling financially. Recently, the BCCI Secretary pledged INR 10 million (INR 1 crore) for his treatment after Gaekwad revealed his financial struggles to former cricketer Sandeep Patil. Along with Patil, Kapil Dev and other former cricketers such as Mohinder Amarnath, Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar, Madan Lal, Ravi Shastri, and Kirti Azad, worked towards raising funds to support Gaekwad. Despite all the help and the brave battle shown against cancer, Gaekwad passed away at 71, leaving a huge void in Indian cricket.

Former Indian cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad passes away after prolonged battle with blood cancer

BCCI secretary Jay Shah announced that the Indian Cricket Board has immediately released $120,000 (INR 1 crore) for the treatment of former batter Anshuman Gaekwad, who is battling blood cancer in a medical facility in London, UK. BCCI took this call after former greats Kapil Dev and Sandeep Patil urged the board to come forward and help Gaekwad in this crisis hour.

In a statement released by the board, Shah instructed BCCI to release a sum of INR 1 crore to provide financial help to the ailing cricketer undergoing treatment. Shah had also spoken with his family, ensuring them of extended support throughout and that the board will monitor his situation. 
Shah said he hopes Gaekwad will come out of it as a winner.

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"Mr Jay Shah has instructed the BCCI to release INR 1 crore with immediate effect to provide financial assistance to India's veteran cricketer Mr Anshuman Gaekwad, who is battling cancer," the BCCI apex council said in a statement.

"Shah has also spoken to Mr Gaekwad's family to take stock of the situation and extend support," the statement continued. "The board stands by Gaekwad's family in this hour of crisis and will do whatever is essential for Mr Gaekwad's quick recovery."

"The BCCI will continue to monitor Mr Gaekwad's progress and is confident that he will come out of this phase strongly,” the statement concluded.

Gaekwad, 71, played 40 Tests and 15 ODIs for India between 1975 and 1987, later becoming a national selector and then the coach of the Indian Team.&nbsp;

BCCI secretary Jay Shah announced that the Indian Cricket Board has immediately released $120,000 (INR 1 crore) for the treatment of former batter Anshuman Gaekwad, who is battling blood cancer in a medical facility in London, UK.

BCCI secretary Jay Shah announced that the Indian Cricket Board has immediately released $120,000 (INR 1 crore) for the treatment of former batter Anshuman Gaekwad, who is battling blood cancer in a medical facility in London, UK. BCCI took this call after former greats Kapil Dev and Sandeep Patil urged the board to come forward and help Gaekwad in this crisis hour. In a statement released by the board, Shah instructed BCCI to release a sum of INR 1 crore to provide financial help to the ailing cricketer undergoing treatment. Shah had also spoken with his family, ensuring them of extended support throughout and that the board will monitor his situation. Shah said he hopes Gaekwad will come out of it as a winner. ALSO READ: Ganguly on replacing Kohli with Rohit as India captain - ‘When I appointed him everyone was abusing...' "Mr Jay Shah has instructed the BCCI to release INR 1 crore with immediate effect to provide financial assistance to India's veteran cricketer Mr Anshuman Gaekwad, who is battling cancer," the BCCI apex council said in a statement. "Shah has also spoken to Mr Gaekwad's family to take stock of the situation and extend support," the statement continued. "The board stands by Gaekwad's family in this hour of crisis and will do whatever is essential for Mr Gaekwad's quick recovery." "The BCCI will continue to monitor Mr Gaekwad's progress and is confident that he will come out of this phase strongly,” the statement concluded. Gaekwad, 71, played 40 Tests and 15 ODIs for India between 1975 and 1987, later becoming a national selector and then the coach of the Indian Team.

Jay Shah instructs BCCI to release $120,000 for cancer treatment of ailing veteran Anshuman Gaekwad

Kapil Dev is regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders of all time. He led India to their maiden cricket World Cup triumph in 1983 after defeating the mighty West Indies in the final, a victory that changed the way the game was played in the country. It also paved way for future generations to take up the game.

While he was an exceptional fast bowler, Kapil was also a hard-hitting batter and could change gears seamlessly during matches when required. One of the finest all-rounders to have played the game, Kapil had 434 wickets to his name in Test cricket when he decided to retire from the game in 1994.

He was the highest wicket-taker in Test cricket at the time and had just surpassed Richard Hadlee's tally in the longest format. However, Kapil was subsequently convinced to bring curtains down on his 16-year-long international career by the then BCCI selection committee.

Former India selector Anshuman Gaekwad, who was part of the selection panel at the time, recalled how he convinced Kapil to retire from the game after he broke Hadlee's record in a Test match against Sri Lanka. Gaekwad revealed it was not an easy decision but the selectors had decided to move on from Kapil after allowing him to play the Test series against Sri Lanka that year.

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However, Kapil went on to state in a press conference after his record-breaking feat that he wanted to play for two more years. His statement prompted the selectors to have a conversation with the former all-rounder.

"You can’t drop such a big player. We allowed him (Kapil)&nbsp;to play the Test series against Sri Lanka, and he broke the world record in the Ahmedabad Test. We thought he would announce his retirement after breaking the record. However, that evening, at the press conference, he said that he’ll play for two more years," Gaikwad recently recalled while speaking at an event in Mumbai, as per Mid-Day.

"Next day, a seemingly hassled (chief selector Gundappa Viswanath)&nbsp;Vishy told me, 'See the headlines. Kapil is saying that he will play for two more years'.

"That same evening, there was a national selection committee meeting. (Jagmohan)&nbsp;Dalmiya was the BCCI secretary. So, we sat and decided that it was time for Kapil to quit. I suggested to Dalmiya that as a selection committee chairman and senior, Vishy&nbsp;should talk to him.

"However, Vishy insisted that I accompany him. "At tea time, we approached Kapil in the dressing room. Vishy wasn't a forthright guy, who would tell you that you were doing something wrong on your face," he added.

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Gaekwad and Viswanath then went on to meet Kapil for a conversation regarding his future and the two selectors offered the legendary all-rounder a farewell game while urging him to quit international cricket. Gaikwad said Kapil accepted their suggestions gracefully and agreed to hang up his boots.

"He would go round and round while talking to someone. So, I took the initiative. I told Kapil: 'Kaps, we need to talk to you. The selectors feel that you need to quit now, and you also know it. We will give you a farewell game as per your choice, but you've got to call it a day.' Kapil reacted very nicely and said: 'Thank you very much. I really appreciate what you told me'. One has to do these kind of things at times, which I did," Gaekwad said.

Kapil played his last Test match for India against New Zealand in Hamilton in March 1994 and his last ODI appearance for India came against West Indies at his home ground in Faridabad, Haryana on October 17,&nbsp;the same year.&nbsp;

He played 131 Tests and 225 ODIs for India and finished with 5248 and 3783 runs in the two formats respectively. The legendary all-rounder picked up a total of 687 wickets in international cricket.

Kapil Dev is regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders of all time. He led India to their maiden cricket World Cup triumph in 1983 after defeating the mighty West Indies in the final, a victory that changed the way the game was played in the country.

Kapil Dev is regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders of all time. He led India to their maiden cricket World Cup triumph in 1983 after defeating the mighty West Indies in the final, a victory that changed the way the game was played in the country. It also paved way for future generations to take up the game. While he was an exceptional fast bowler, Kapil was also a hard-hitting batter and could change gears seamlessly during matches when required. One of the finest all-rounders to have played the game, Kapil had 434 wickets to his name in Test cricket when he decided to retire from the game in 1994. He was the highest wicket-taker in Test cricket at the time and had just surpassed Richard Hadlee's tally in the longest format. However, Kapil was subsequently convinced to bring curtains down on his 16-year-long international career by the then BCCI selection committee. Former India selector Anshuman Gaekwad, who was part of the selection panel at the time, recalled how he convinced Kapil to retire from the game after he broke Hadlee's record in a Test match against Sri Lanka. Gaekwad revealed it was not an easy decision but the selectors had decided to move on from Kapil after allowing him to play the Test series against Sri Lanka that year. Also Read: ICC introduces new rules in cricket: No more 'mankad', permanent ban on use of saliva on ball However, Kapil went on to state in a press conference after his record-breaking feat that he wanted to play for two more years. His statement prompted the selectors to have a conversation with the former all-rounder. "You can’t drop such a big player. We allowed him (Kapil) to play the Test series against Sri Lanka, and he broke the world record in the Ahmedabad Test. We thought he would announce his retirement after breaking the record. However, that evening, at the press conference, he said that he’ll play for two more years," Gaikwad recently recalled while speaking at an event in Mumbai, as per Mid-Day. "Next day, a seemingly hassled (chief selector Gundappa Viswanath) Vishy told me, 'See the headlines. Kapil is saying that he will play for two more years'. "That same evening, there was a national selection committee meeting. (Jagmohan) Dalmiya was the BCCI secretary. So, we sat and decided that it was time for Kapil to quit. I suggested to Dalmiya that as a selection committee chairman and senior, Vishy should talk to him. "However, Vishy insisted that I accompany him. "At tea time, we approached Kapil in the dressing room. Vishy wasn't a forthright guy, who would tell you that you were doing something wrong on your face," he added. Also Read: Virat Kohli 207 runs away from overtaking head coach Rahul Dravid in elite list Gaekwad and Viswanath then went on to meet Kapil for a conversation regarding his future and the two selectors offered the legendary all-rounder a farewell game while urging him to quit international cricket. Gaikwad said Kapil accepted their suggestions gracefully and agreed to hang up his boots. "He would go round and round while talking to someone. So, I took the initiative. I told Kapil: 'Kaps, we need to talk to you. The selectors feel that you need to quit now, and you also know it. We will give you a farewell game as per your choice, but you've got to call it a day.' Kapil reacted very nicely and said: 'Thank you very much. I really appreciate what you told me'. One has to do these kind of things at times, which I did," Gaekwad said. Kapil played his last Test match for India against New Zealand in Hamilton in March 1994 and his last ODI appearance for India came against West Indies at his home ground in Faridabad, Haryana on October 17, the same year. He played 131 Tests and 225 ODIs for India and finished with 5248 and 3783 runs in the two formats respectively. The legendary all-rounder picked up a total of 687 wickets in international cricket.

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BCCI apex council member Anushman Gaekwad on Wednesday said that the ICC T20 World Cup 2020, scheduled to be hosted by Australia, is unlikely to go ahead, opening a window for the much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) depending on the situation surrounding COVID-19 in India.

Gaekwad opined that the only window for IPL is October-November, which is booked for the T20 World Cup while adding the IPL can only happen if the marquee event in Australia gets cancelled or postponed.&nbsp;

"I have my doubts that T20 WC will be held this year. About IPL, we cannot think of just now. It will depend on Indian conditions and the window is only during this T20 WC which is October-November," Gaekwad told 'PTI-Bhasha'.

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"If the World Cup gets cancelled or postponed, then only IPL can happen but then also it depends on what the conditions are in India," he said.

Gaekwad is of the view that cricket post-pandemic won’t be the same as the players aren’t used to be playing in front of empty stands while adding that it will be a difficult phase for the world of cricket.

"Cricket is not going to be the same, the approach would be different. There will be no crowd in the stadiums. Cricketers are not used to playing in empty stadiums.

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"It will be one very difficult aspect of playing new type of cricket, "Gaekwad said.

"It may take another two months or four months or more to resume cricket. It is not theory that you can read and write. You have to perform so nothing is going to be easy," he said.

"If you are not mentally strong, it will not be easy," added the former player who has played 40 Tests and 15 ODIs for India. 
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BCCI apex council member Anushman Gaekwad on Wednesday said that the ICC T20 World Cup 2020, scheduled to be hosted by Australia, is unlikely to go ahead, opening a window for the much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) depending on the situation surrounding COVID-19 in India.

BCCI apex council member Anushman Gaekwad on Wednesday said that the ICC T20 World Cup 2020, scheduled to be hosted by Australia, is unlikely to go ahead, opening a window for the much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) depending on the situation surrounding COVID-19 in India. Gaekwad opined that the only window for IPL is October-November, which is booked for the T20 World Cup while adding the IPL can only happen if the marquee event in Australia gets cancelled or postponed. "I have my doubts that T20 WC will be held this year. About IPL, we cannot think of just now. It will depend on Indian conditions and the window is only during this T20 WC which is October-November," Gaekwad told 'PTI-Bhasha'. ALSO READ: The new norm? Cricket Australia set to seek ICC's permission to use disinfectants on match balls "If the World Cup gets cancelled or postponed, then only IPL can happen but then also it depends on what the conditions are in India," he said. Gaekwad is of the view that cricket post-pandemic won’t be the same as the players aren’t used to be playing in front of empty stands while adding that it will be a difficult phase for the world of cricket. "Cricket is not going to be the same, the approach would be different. There will be no crowd in the stadiums. Cricketers are not used to playing in empty stadiums. ALSO READ: 'Confident that IPL will happen this year, BCCI working hard to find solution': Rajasthan Royals COO Jake McCrum "It will be one very difficult aspect of playing new type of cricket, "Gaekwad said. "It may take another two months or four months or more to resume cricket. It is not theory that you can read and write. You have to perform so nothing is going to be easy," he said. "If you are not mentally strong, it will not be easy," added the former player who has played 40 Tests and 15 ODIs for India.

Have doubts about T20 World Cup, October-November window could belong to IPL: BCCI apex council member Anshuman Gaekwad

Former India cricketers Kapil Dev, Anshuman Gaekwad, and Shantha Rangaswamy will constitute the Cricket Advisory Committee entrusted to pick the head coach for the Men In Blue.&nbsp;

The three-member committee is subject to be clear of any conflict of interest, the Committee of Administrators (CoA) chief Vinod Rai confirmed on Friday.&nbsp;

Rai said that the three-member committee was earlier picked on an ad-hoc basis but has now been handed the responsibility of appointing the next head coach.&nbsp;

As an ad-hoc committee, Kapil, Gaekwad and Rangaswamy had selected WV Raman as the women's team head coach last year.&nbsp;

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The interviews for the India men's team head coach are likely to take place in mid-August. &nbsp;

The CoA chief further said that India captain Virat Kohli will not have any input in the selection of next coach.&nbsp;

He said that there will be no review meeting on India's performance at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup as, "the team leaves in a few days from now and there is hardly any time."&nbsp;

Rai added that the manager's report will be discussed and selectors will decide on the next support staff.&nbsp;

The deadline for filing the applications for the head coach and support staff is July 30.

Former India cricketers Kapil Dev, Anshuman Gaekwad, and Shantha Rangaswamy will constitute the Cricket Advisory Committee entrusted to pick the head coach for the Men In Blue.

Former India cricketers Kapil Dev, Anshuman Gaekwad, and Shantha Rangaswamy will constitute the Cricket Advisory Committee entrusted to pick the head coach for the Men In Blue. The three-member committee is subject to be clear of any conflict of interest, the Committee of Administrators (CoA) chief Vinod Rai confirmed on Friday. Rai said that the three-member committee was earlier picked on an ad-hoc basis but has now been handed the responsibility of appointing the next head coach. As an ad-hoc committee, Kapil, Gaekwad and Rangaswamy had selected WV Raman as the women's team head coach last year. In Pics: After Shastri who? Foreign coaches who can help power India's World Cup dream in 2023 The interviews for the India men's team head coach are likely to take place in mid-August. The CoA chief further said that India captain Virat Kohli will not have any input in the selection of next coach. He said that there will be no review meeting on India's performance at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup as, "the team leaves in a few days from now and there is hardly any time." Rai added that the manager's report will be discussed and selectors will decide on the next support staff. The deadline for filing the applications for the head coach and support staff is July 30.

Kapil Dev, Anshuman Gaekwad, Shantha Rangaswamy to pick India head coach