BCCI seeks new fielding coach as India's fielding struggles continue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 6:37 AM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has opened applications for the position of fielding coach for the Senior Women's National Team, with November 16 as the deadline. Former England captain Michael Vaughan remarked on India's recent fielding issues following their exit from the Women's T20 World Cup, where the team dropped 10 catches in five matches. The scrutiny intensified after several missed opportunities during a T20I series against Zimbabwe. Head coach Amol Muzumdar acknowledged the team's need to improve fielding alongside batting and bowling. India's next tour in December includes a one-off Test in South Africa, where further performance will be assessed.
- •BCCI invites applications for fielding coach by November 16.
- •India dropped 10 catches in five matches during the Women's T20 World Cup.
- •Vaughan criticized India's fielding issues in response to the coach search.
- •Coach Muzumdar emphasized the need for improvement in all aspects of play.
- •India will tour South Africa for a one-off Test and a T20I series in December.
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"Michael Vaughan has spotlighted India's ongoing struggles with fielding as the BCCI seeks a new fielding coach. Recent matches, particularly during the Women's T20 World Cup, have revealed troubling catching mistakes, including in a series against Zimbabwe. With the BCCI insisting on high standards for applicants, India's tour of South Africa will be crucial for enhancing their performance and addressing these critical issues.
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