Vinay Kumar set to become Karnataka head coach

The Story in Brief

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.

The Indian Opinion

The easy story is that a celebrated former captain will automatically restore Karnataka’s red-ball dominance. That is too neat. Vinay brings strong playing credentials, but coaching will demand selection judgement, player development and results with a younger squad. Claims that he is already formally appointed also get ahead of the process, since KSCA ratification is pending. The useful test will be Karnataka’s performance in the next Ranji season, not the size of his reputation or salary.

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