The buzz in cricket circles is getting louder as the BCCI is reportedly gearing up to sack bowling coach Morne Morkel and assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate following the Asia Cup. This move comes at a time when the initial support for head coach Gautam Gambhir appears to be weakening among top officials. The Gambhir era, once seen as a bold new chapter, is already under scrutiny just months into his leadership.
The decision to let go of both Morkel and Doeschate is said to be final, regardless of India’s performance in the upcoming test match against England. Insiders suggest that their removal was on the cards for a while, hinting that this is part of a broader reshuffle in the Indian coaching setup. Notably, both coaches were handpicked by Gambhir, which makes this development even more significant in the larger context.
The whispers surrounding their exit have naturally raised doubts about Gambhir’s own position. Critics believe that if his handpicked support staff is being shown the door, his own tenure might also be under threat soon. The optics are not ideal, especially when such big changes are being considered before a major tournament cycle begins.
Now all eyes are on how this coaching unit responds. Whether they attempt to salvage their positions or prepare for an inevitable exit remains to be seen. The BCCI’s decision, however, sends a clear message that underperformance or misalignment with the board’s vision will not be tolerated—even if it involves big names. The cricketing world now watches closely to see who might be next in line to take up coaching duties for Team India.
