Internet Desk: Anil Kumble who has been the head coach for the Indian national team has decided to step down from his post after he decided not to travel with the squad to West Indies for the upcoming tour. Kumble also took Twitter to express his decision of resignation.
Reports of a failing relationship between the Indian skipper Virat Kohli and the Indian head Coach Anil Kumble reached to a dead end after the latter stepped down from his post.
In a meeting with the Cricket Advisory Committee led by Sachin, Sourav and Laxman with Indian captain Kohli, it was made clear from the captain’s side that a dead end has been reached with him and Kumble. There was hardly any communication among the skipper and the coach as Kumble spent time with the bowlers and mostly kept himself alone.
After deciding to step down from his post the veteran spinner gave a statement claiming Virat Kohli’s doubts against his coaching methods forced him to resign.
Thank you! pic.twitter.com/eF5qVzdBRj
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) June 20, 2017
Anil Kumble’s statement:
“I am honoured by the confidence reposed in me by the CAC, in asking me to continue as Head Coach. The credit for the achievements of the last one year goes to the Captain, the entire team, coaching and support staff.
Post this intimation, I was informed for the first time yesterday by the BCCI that the Captain had reservations with my ‘style’ and about my continuing as the Head Coach. I was surprised since I have always respected the role boundaries between Captain and Coach. Though the BCCI attempted to resolve the misunderstandings between the Captain and me, it was apparent that the partnership was untenable, and I therefore believe it is best for me to move on.
Professionalism, discipline, commitment, honesty, complementary skills and diverse views are the key traits I bring to the table. These need to be valued for the partnership to be effective. I see the Coach’s role akin to ‘holding a mirror’ to drive self-improvement in the team’s interest.
In light of these ‘reservations’ I believe it is best I hand over this responsibility to whomever the CAC and BCCI deem fit.
Let me reiterate that it has been an absolute privilege to have served as Head Coach for the last one year. I thank the CAC, BCCI, CoA and all concerned.
I also wish to thank the innumerable followers and fans of Indian cricket for their continued support. I will remain a well-wisher of the great cricketing tradition of my country forever.”
– Anil Kumble