'Not Taking Up the Position': Why Laxman Turned Down Head Coach Job After Dravid VVS Laxman, a 49 year old former Indian batter, surprised many in cricket circles when he turned down the head coach position after Rahul Dravid's tenure.
The decision to stay on as head of the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) has sparked debate about Laxman's priorities and career trajectory.
Laxman's commitment to establishing a robust structure at the CoE, which he took over in 2021, is evident in his decision to extend his tenure for two more years.