Ravi Shastri has been appointed as the Head Coach of the Indian cricket team once again. Shastri was selected ahead of Mike Hesson and Tom Moody and the decision did not surprise Harsha Bhogle and the commentator expressed his opinion on social media. The commentator openly did not oppose the decision of Ravi Shashtr's reappointment. Bhogle took to Twitter and highlighted how many tournaments would Team India be playing under Shastri. Prior to this, Harsha Bhogle had voiced his opinion on Virat Kohli backing Ravi Shastri ahead of the selection of the Indian Cricket team coach. Ravi Shastri Appointed as Team India Head Coach; Netizens Post Funny Memes to Slam BCCI Over Indian Cricket Team Coach Selection Drama!

According to him, the Indian cricket team captain’s backing could influence the decision of the committee. Kapil Dev the Head of CAC along with Anusham Gaikawad and former India women’s team captain Shantha Rangaswamy appointed the coach. The interviews were conducted at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai. However, Kapil Dev who addressed the press said that they did not consult Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli. Harsha Bhogle Says Not a Good Idea For Virat Kohli to Support Ravi Shastri While Applications For Team India Head Coach Are Being Invited.

Even the netizens went on the slam the BCCI for the decision made. Ravi Shastri was amongst the favourites of all the contenders which included names like Lalchand Rajput, Tom Moody, Mike Hesson and Robin Singh. Phil Simmon was the one who withdrew his application on Friday due to personal reasons.

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