By: Drcricket7 Staff
Ravi Shastri has said that he is disappointed for now been named the Indian team coach. The Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) has appointed Anil Kumble as the ‘head coach’ for a period of one-year.
The Indian board decided to overlook Shastri, Sandeep Patil and others for the role. Shastri was a strong contender for the role as he was part of the coaching setup for 18 months.
“I was very disappointed. Disappointment because the hard work the entire unit had put in the last 18 months,” Shastri said. “To see where they were when the support staff and I took over and to where they reached in 18 months makes me feel proud.”
“They got up, threw punches and ended up where they were. No. 1 in Test cricket, No. 1 in T20, No. 2 in ODI.,” he added. “You can’t ask for more. Even I didn’t’ expect such a transformation in 18 months with this young team. I feel really proud.”
Shastri said that he has already talked to Kumble after his appointment. He said that the team has good players in all three formats, and hoped that under Kumble they will move forward.
“Now is the time to take one step forward, especially after the tour of the West Indies; there is a lot of cricket at home, you have to cash in on the home advantage,” Shastri said. “It would be great if he can take it forward.”
