CAB's Call: The Hunt for Bengal's Next Cricket Coach Begins

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) has commenced a nationwide search for a successor to current coach Laxmi Ratan Shukla. In an unprecedented move, CAB issued a public advertisement on its official Facebook page inviting applications for coaching and support staff roles, signaling a shift to a more structured and transparent hiring process.

The recruitment drive, targeting multiple roles within the senior and age-group teams, requires applicants to meet specific eligibility criteria. Prospective candidates must have played either 30 first-class matches, one Test, 30 ODIs, or 45 T20 Internationals, or possess three to five years of coaching experience.

CAB President Sourav Ganguly emphasizes a merit-based selection process, involving advertisements, applications review, and interviews. The process, spearheaded by CAB Secretary Bablu Koley, seeks to draw top talent nationwide and bring a structured system to improve Bengal cricket's performances in crucial matches.

(With inputs from agencies.)