Former India team director Ravi Shastri on Monday formally applied for the post of India’s head coach left vacant following Anil Kumble’s unceremonious exit last month.
Shastri had earlier expressed his interest in the job days after Kumble formally stepped down after admitting to differences with skipper Virat Kohli.
The BCCI had sought fresh applications for the post with Kumble’s contract set to expire following the ICC Champions Trophy.
Shastri, who was made team director after former coach Duncan Fletcher departed, had made way for Kumble last year.
Former India opener Virender Sehwag and former Australia cricketer Tom Moody have already tossed their hat in the ring. On Monday, former West Indies cricketer Phil Simmons had also applied for the post.
The BCCI’s Cricket Advisory Committee, that includes India stalwarts Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and VVS Laxman has been tasked to find Kumble’s replacement. They are set to interview the candidates on July 10.
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