This archive report was first published on 31 July 2019.
India's cricket team is at a crossroads after a disappointing World Cup performance, with several high-profile coaches vying for the top job.
According to reports, the deadline for applications closed on Tuesday, with a shortlist of candidates including Australian Tom Moody, former New Zealand coach Mike Hesson, and Sri Lanka stalwart Mahela Jayawardene.
Former India player Robin Singh and current Zimbabwe coach Lalchand Rajput are also in contention, along with Pravin Amre, who has applied for a batting coach position, and South Africa's Jonty Rhodes, who is eyeing the fielding coach role.
While Ravi Shastri, the current coach, remains the favourite for the job, he has been given a 45-day extension to oversee the team's tour of the West Indies, which starts on Saturday.
Shastri's contract ended with the World Cup, but he will be speaking with the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) via video call to discuss his future with the team.
Former India captain Virat Kohli has publicly backed Shastri, saying the team has a 'great camaraderie' with him and would be 'happy' if he continues in the role.
However, Singh told The Hindu newspaper that 'a change could be good for the side' after losing in the semi-finals in two straight World Cups and the world T20 championship.
Shastri, who was India team director from August 2014 to April 2016, succeeded former spinner Anil Kumble as coach in 2017.
Kumble stepped down after a year in charge, citing his 'untenable' relationship with Kohli.
