All-format coaching, according to Sriram, is exceedingly challenging in a busy schedule.
Cricketers have already begun to pick and choose their formats because of the crowded international schedule and three varied forms that compete for popularity and financial sustainability.
Ben Stokes caused a stir when he decided to give up ODIs last month, and Quinton de Kock abruptly retired from Test cricket earlier this year. Without a question, the players are suffering the most from the relentless schedule as international cricket confronts a threat from the proliferation of T20leagues. It’s obvious that cricket is gradually moving toward three different types of international players to suit each game’s format, which raises the question of whether coaches should also choose their formats.
Former Indian cricketer turned coach Sridharan Sriram believes format-specific coaching would soon become standard. Sriram is currently serving as a technical consultant to the Bangladesh side for the Asia Cup and T20 World Cup.
Rahul Dravid, head coach of Team India, is understood by Sriram. “Dravid deserves praise. For athletes like him who have spent so much time travelling and playing under pressure and expectation, it is even harder. He must be finding it challenging to return and do it as a coach, “said he.
