India's Ryan ten Doeschate to resign as assistant coach

A prominent member of India's national cricket team coaching staff is poised to depart, creating internal friction just as the team prepares for a crucial series. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India of his intention to resign, with the upcoming three-match ODI series against England potentially being his final assignment. The former Dutch international, who was personally recruited by head coach Gautam Gambhir two years ago, is leaving reportedly because promises regarding a defined coaching role were not fulfilled.

According to reports, ten Doeschate was assured he would assume the fielding coach position following the conclusion of the ICC Champions Trophy last year, a tournament India won. Instead, the incumbent fielding coach, T. Dilip, retained his role after reportedly receiving backing from Gambhir following a request from a senior player. With Dilip having since received another contract extension in 2026, ten Doeschate, whose current role lacks a clear remit, decided his future lay elsewhere. His responsibilities have been varied, often including media duties, while the specialized coaching positions for batting,...