BCCI's Google Forms For Team India's Head Coach Go Viral

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is currently in search of a new Team India head coach. Fans worldwide also have the chance to apply for this high-profile position in the men's senior cricket squad, as BCCI has also released a Google Form for potential applicants in replacement of Rahul Dravid. Cricket fans flooded these Google Forms, and social media platforms are flooded with screenshots of form submissions along with sarcastic comments. 

According to an announcement from BCCI, May 27 is the application deadline, and the selection process includes a thorough review of applications, followed by personal interviews and assessments of shortlisted candidates. At the same time, it is to be noted that these Google Forms are no longer accepting responses. However, the open-to-all Google Forms have sparked a number of hilarious tweets from netizens. 

"Submitted my application form. Hopefully under my expert coaching and guidance, India lifts the 2027 World Cup in South Africa," commented a user on X while posting screenshots of the form submission. "Submitted my application, cannot wait to coach Team India,' commented another. "I just applied for the India head coach position! Wish me luck and love. If I get the job, I promise we'll win the CT, World Cup, T20I WC, WTC, and beat Australia in every final. Plus, I’ll make sure our fans get free biryani and burgers after every tournament win and mandatory dance-offs after final wins," a user wrote on X. 

With Rahul Dravid's contract expiring in June, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah recently said that they will be opening applications for a new Team India coach soon. Jay Shah also added on that occasion that if Dravid wishes to continue, he will have to reapply for the position. Rahul Dravid was appointed as the head coach in November 2021, and his tenure was extended after the conclusion of the 50-over World Cup in November 2023. Multiple reports suggest that BCCI is also considering foreign coaches, including Stephen Fleming and Ricky Ponting, as a possible successor to Dravid.