Reports: VVS Laxman likely to coach India against Australia post ODI World Cup 2023

Several reports are rife in the cricket corridor that the former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman will take charge of the Indian team for the side’s upcoming five-match T20I series against Australia. Notably the series is scheduled to be played right after the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023 and will begin on November 23, in Vishakapatnam.

This development comes on the back of the current head coach Rahul Dravid’s possible absence from the team due to his contract ending after the conclusion of the World Cup. However, seeing team India’s performances at the tournament, Dravid could well be pushing for an extension of his tenure as it is well within his rights. 

"VVS Laxman has always been in charge when Rahul has taken a break and same thing is likely to continue for the series just after the World Cup,” a BCCI source was quoted as saying by Sportskeeda. 

Laxman is following in the footsteps of Rahul Dravid, being in charge of the National Cricket Academy (NCA), and even managing the senior team from time to time whenever Dravid is unavailable. Recently, Laxman took charge of the Indian team. He was the head coach for the three-match T20I series against Ireland as well as during the Men in Blue's gold-medal-winning Asian Games 2023 campaign. Hence, as time progresses, it will be interesting to see how the situation pans out for team India, and whether Laxman will have to take the reins for their five-match series against Australia. 

India look to continue their dominant run in ODI World Cup 2023

Speaking of the Indian team, the Men in Blue are currently competing in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023. The side has played five games in the tournament so far, and have managed to stay unbeaten. Showcasing their class, the Indian team defeated the likes of Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and New Zealand in the global tournament. 

Sitting atop the ODI World Cup points table, team India’s performances have garnered major traction in the competition and many have quickly branded them as the favourites to go all the way.

Also Check: ODI World Cup 2023 Points Table