Coaching Shakeup: Ryan ten Doeschate Resigns as India’s Assistant Coach
Former Netherlands all-rounder Ryan ten Doeschate has stepped down from his role with the Indian men's cricket team. His departure follows the conclusion of the recent limited-overs tour of England.
Departure During England Tour
Ryan ten Doeschate has ended his two-year tenure as assistant coach for the Indian men’s cricket team. The former Netherlands international formalised his resignation during the final stages of the national squad’s limited-overs tour of England. While the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not yet issued a public statement, sources indicate that ten Doeschate shared his decision with players and fellow staff members while in the United Kingdom.
A Core Pillar of the Gambhir Era
Entering the setup in July 2024 alongside head coach Gautam Gambhir, ten Doeschate was part of a specific restructuring of the backroom staff. Working in tandem with bowling coach Morne Morkel and fielding coach T. Dilip, his responsibilities were extensive:
- Supervising batting and fielding departments.
- Managing interpersonal player relations behind the scenes.
- Guiding the squad through a transitional period between format cycles.
Succession Planning and Next Steps
The exit of the Dutchman represents the first major change to Gambhir’s leadership group since its inception. The timing is significant, as India prepares for a dense international schedule featuring the Asia Cup and the upcoming T20 World Cup. The BCCI is expected to address the vacancy immediately. A review meeting scheduled for next week will focus on finding a replacement for ten Doeschate and addressing the completion of T. Dilip’s current tenure. Officials aim to finalize the coaching roster quickly to maintain momentum for the next ICC cycle.
Source: The Hindu — Sport
