Last Updated: July 12, 2026 06:10 PM
Morne Morkel is reportedly considering stepping down from his current role. India’s Bowling Coach contract expires after the upcoming England white-ball series. India’s coaching setup is undergoing major changes after the England tour. Multiple support staff members are evaluating their futures with the team.
Morne Morkel Considering Resignation After Contract Expiration Approaches
Morne Morkel is considering stepping down as India’s Bowling Coach. His BCCI contract expires after the upcoming three-match ODI series. Morne Morkel has not made a final decision about his future. BCCI is in discussions with Morne Morkel to convince him.
The report comes amid India’s disappointing overall T20I cricket performances recently. Growing concerns surrounding the team’s coaching setup are adding pressure on coaches. Several members of Gautam Gambhir’s support staff are evaluating their futures.
Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate is also reportedly uncertain about his role. Extensive travel associated with the national team schedule is causing his concerns.
Support Staff Uncertainty and BCCI’s Retention Efforts for Coaches
Ryan ten Doeschate is uncertain about remaining with the Indian team. The extensive travel of the national team schedule is causing his concerns. Ryan ten Doeschate is reportedly in talks with an IPL franchise. Morne Morkel and Ryan ten Doeschate joined in July 2024.
Both coaches were selected by Gautam Gambhir as key members. BCCI is continuing discussions with both coaches hoping for agreement. If both coaches depart, BCCI must make urgent appointments immediately.
India’s immediate schedule includes both Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka tours. Lakshmipathy Balaji could accompany India’s Test squad as bowling coach. VVS Laxman is expected to travel with the Zimbabwe T20I cricket series.
Fielding Coach Uncertainty and Upcoming Coaching Appointments Needed Urgently
Fielding coach T. Dilip is unlikely to receive a contract extension. Dilip’s contract is scheduled to end after the England ODI series. Reports attribute his departure to below-par fielding performances overall consistently.
BCCI expected to appoint a replacement fielding coach before the Zimbabwe tour. A major coaching overhaul is likely following England’s white-ball cricket series. India’s busy schedule requires a strong coaching setup urgently now.
Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka tours are coming up very soon completely. Multiple coaching positions require urgent attention and urgent appointments are greatly needed. BCCI is working to address staffing concerns before the international schedule begins.
