# Vinay Kumar set to become Karnataka head coach 2026-08-06T19:45:27+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Former India pacer R. Vinay Kumar is set to take charge as Karnataka’s head coach for the upcoming season, replacing Yere Goud, who has joined the BCCI Centre of Excellence as a batting coach. The appointment is expected to be ratified by the KSCA Managing Committee, likely on August 13, according to The Times of India. Vinay, 42, captained Karnataka to consecutive Ranji Trophy titles in 2013-14 and 2014-15. He took part in a fast-bowling camp featuring V. Vyshak and Vidwath Kaverappa and is expected to conduct a two-week camp later this month. The Hindu reports that Karnataka reached last season’s Ranji final under Goud. Vinay has 442 Ranji wickets and 504 first-class wickets. ## Coverage - thehindu.com - timesofindia.indiatimes.com Tags: Cricket, Karnataka, Ranji Trophy, Vinay Kumar Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/vinay-kumar-set-to-become-karnataka-head-coach/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/vinay-kumar-set-to-become-karnataka-head-coach/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.