Dravid likely to be handed two-year extension as India A, U-19 coach

FORMER INDIA SKIPPER Rahul Dravid is likely to continue in his tenure as the coach of India A and Under 19 team as the BCCI has handed him a two-year extension. 

Although head coach Anil Kumble’s contract is coming to an end, it is learnt that Dravid’s contract includes a special condition due to which his contract can be extended. As reported by IndianExpress, a senior BCCI official stated,

“In Dravid’s contract, there is a line which states the BCCI can give extension to him. Whereas in [Anil] Kumble’s contract there is no clause of extension. That is why process (to call me applicants) was followed in Kumble’s case.”

Recently, there was a talk going around the legendary batsman due to the conflict of interest issue with the Lodha Committee recommendation. Former CoA member Ramacharandra Guha had insinuated that Dravid’s coaching contract with both India A and IPL franchise Delhi Daredevils was contrary to the spirit of the Lodha Committee. 

The official further added that the CAC comprising Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and VVS Laxman have given a green light to Dravid’s contract extension.  

“The CAC has approved the two-year extension and now everything depends on money to be paid to Dravid. The earlier contract was for ten months and board paid him more than four crores. Now, a new contract with new salary has to be provided. There is chance that his appointment would come up at board special general body meeting.”

It is understood that the India U-19 is set to travel to England soon for a brief series.

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