With Rahul Dravid’s tenure set to end after the T20 World Cup, names like Justin Langer, Stephen Fleming, and Gautam Gambhir are also being considered for the role. The deadline for applications is on May 27.
Ponting mentioned that while he would love to coach a national team, the demanding nature of the job and the requirement to be away from his family for long periods didn’t fit his current priorities. Despite his son expressing excitement about the potential move to India, Ponting ultimately decided against pursuing the opportunity.
On the other hand, Andy Flower, the head coach of RCB, confirmed that he has not applied for the India head coach position. Flower expressed contentment with his current role in the franchise game and shared his enjoyment of working with various organizations.
While the search for the next head coach of the Indian men’s cricket team continues, Ponting’s decision sheds light on the personal considerations that come into play for such prestigious coaching positions.