BCCI Initiates Recruitment for Senior Womens Fielding Coach and Mens Head Physiotherapist
The BCCI is seeking applications for key coaching positions in the senior mens and womens cricket teams, with a deadline of November 16.
Mumbai, November 3 (Daily Kiran) : The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the recruitment process for a Fielding Coach for the senior women’s cricket team and a Head Physiotherapist for the senior men’s team. Interested candidates can submit their applications until November 16, 2026.
These roles offer a chance to work closely with national teams, focusing on player development, enhancing performance, and maintaining high standards in their respective fields. The positions are available due to the departures of Munish Bali and Kamlesh Jain.
The Fielding Coach for the senior women’s team will be tasked with developing and managing fielding performance across all formats. Responsibilities include designing comprehensive fielding programs, conducting practice sessions, and providing individual coaching to enhance player skills.
The selected coach will analyze player performance using technology, identify strengths and weaknesses, and set performance goals. They must ensure that the team’s fielding standards remain high, regardless of player availability due to injuries or international commitments.
To apply for the Fielding Coach position, candidates must meet at least one of the eligibility criteria: having represented India or another country at the international level, holding at least a BCCI Level ‘B’ coaching certification or equivalent, and having played a minimum of 30 first-class matches. Alternatively, they should have coached an international team for at least one season or a T20 franchise or state-level team for at least two seasons.
Candidates should possess a deep understanding of the game, experience working at the highest level, and the ability to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Strong communication, teamwork, and management skills are essential.
The Head Physiotherapist for the senior men’s team will oversee injury management and prevention, aiming to enhance player performance. This role involves collaboration with the BCCI’s Sports Science and Medicine team, coaching staff, and strength and conditioning professionals.
Key duties include providing physiotherapy on match days, diagnosing injuries, and devising evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation plans. The physiotherapist will conduct musculoskeletal screenings, assess injury risks, monitor players’ workloads, and maintain clinical records and availability reports.
Coordination with medical professionals and state team physiotherapists is crucial to ensure continuity of care. Additionally, the role includes contributing to research, professional education, and improving clinical protocols. The deadline for applications for both positions is 5:00 PM on November 16, 2026.
