Luxurious Perks Enjoyed By The Head Coach Of Men¡¯s Cricket Team: Lavish Stays, Million-Dollar Salaries
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is seeking a new Head Coach for the men's national team. Here are the salary and luxurious perks enjoyed by the head coach of Men¡¯s cricket team.
Team India Coach Salary: The role of an Indian cricket coach comes with immense responsibilities and significant pressure. Coaches must be on the road for at least 10 months, away from their families, ensuring the team's consistent performance. However, the perks are equally substantial. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is currently seeking a new Head Coach for the men's national team. Rahul Dravid, the current Head Coach, had his term extended until June 2024 following the ODI World Cup 2023, to cover the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 in the United States and West Indies.
The BCCI has released the job description for the Head Coach of Team India (Senior Men), based in Mumbai. The position is set for 3.5 years, from July 1, 2024, to December 31, 2027.
Job Responsibilities
The main responsibilities include developing and managing a "world-class" cricket team for sustained success across all formats. The Head Coach will lead a team of specialist coaches and support staff, define their roles, and oversee their development. Enforcing disciplinary codes within the team is also a key responsibility.
Team India Head Coach Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have significant cricket experience, such as:
- Playing in a minimum of 30 Test matches or 50 ODIs, or
- Coaching a full member Test-Playing Nation for at least two years.
- Alternatively, three years of experience as a head coach for an Associate member, IPL team, or equivalent is acceptable. Candidates must also hold a BCCI Level 3 Certification or equivalent and be below 60 years of age.
Salary for Team India Head Coach
In the world of cricket, the salary of a national cricket coach can soar to impressive heights, reaching up to 10 crores per annum. The BCCI has stated that the remuneration for the Head Coach position is ¡°negotiable and will be commensurate with experience.¡± While the exact salary and compensation details are not specified, the BCCI emphasises that the right candidate will be open to salary negotiations, ensuring that the package is attractive given the responsibilities of managing the performance and development of the Indian men's team in all formats of the game.
In addition to the substantial salary, the role of the national cricket coach comes with luxurious travel and accommodation arrangements. The coach, along with the team, travels business class to various destinations and stays in the finest hotels worldwide.
Team India and coaching staff's daily allowance on away tours doubled
During tournaments and series, both the team members and the coach receive a daily allowance to cover expenses. In 2019, this allowance saw a significant increase, raised to $250 (Rs 20,814.18) for overseas events, up from the previous $125 (Rs 10,407.09).
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