Former Indian batting icon and current National Cricket Academy chief VVS Laxman will serve as the Indian team's coach at the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.
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BCCI picks a second-string side
The showpiece event will start on September 23 and will continue till October 8. It will coincide with the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, and hence, the BCCI has decided to send a second-string team.
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Laxman will coach in Ireland series as well
Besides taking charge during the Asian Games, Laxman will also coach the team on their Ireland tour. India will play a three-match T20I series against Ireland starting on August 18.
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Dravid and company will be given rest after WI tour
India have a busy schedule this year. The BCCI has decided to give Rahul Dravid some much-needed rest after the West Indies tour.
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Ruturaj Gaikwad to lead India
Although the 2023 Asian Games do not have an international status, the BCCI has announced a solid lineup. Ruturaj Gaikwad will lead this team full of youngsters.