Subhadeep Ghosh named India fielding coach, a first for Assam cricket
Synopsis
A former Assam domestic cricketer has broken into India's senior coaching setup — and it happened fast. Subhadeep Ghosh's appointment as India's fielding coach, confirmed just weeks before the Sri Lanka Tests, signals both a BCCI reshuffle and a quiet but significant rise for Assam as a feeder state for national cricket roles.
Key Takeaways
Subhadeep Ghosh , former Assam and Railways cricketer, has been appointed Fielding Coach of the Indian senior men's cricket team .
The Assam Cricket Association (ACA) congratulated Ghosh on 2 August , calling it a proud moment for the state's cricketing fraternity.
Ghosh previously coached the Assam senior men's team and worked with multiple Indian age-group sides .
His first assignment will be the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka later this month.
The appointment follows the BCCI 's decision to replace T.
Dilip and Ryan ten Doeschate after their contracts ended.
Ten Doeschate stepped down as assistant coach after India lost both the T20I and ODI series against England .
Subhadeep Ghosh, a former domestic cricketer who represented Assam and Railways, has been appointed Fielding Coach of the Indian senior men's cricket team, marking a landmark moment for the state's cricketing community. The Assam Cricket Association (ACA) on Sunday, 2 August extended its congratulations, calling the appointment a source of inspiration for aspiring cricketers and coaches across the region.
A Career Built on the Ground
Ghosh's path to the national setup was forged through years of domestic cricket and hands-on coaching. After his playing career spanning Assam and Railways, he transitioned into coaching and eventually helmed the Assam senior men's team, where he played a central role in the state's cricketing development. He subsequently worked with several Indian age-group teams, earning a reputation for technical precision and commitment to player growth.
What the ACA Said
The association was unequivocal in its pride. 'The Assam Cricket Association extends its heartfelt congratulations to Subhadeep Ghosh on his appointment as the Fielding Coach of the Indian Senior Men's Cricket Team,' the body said in a statement. It added that 'his appointment is a moment of great honour for the state's cricketing fraternity and serves as an inspiration for aspiring cricketers and coaches across the region.'
First Assignment: India vs Sri Lanka Tests
Ghosh's debut in his new role will come quickly. His first assignment with the senior side is the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, scheduled later this month. The series will be an early test of how the new fielding unit takes shape under his watch.
Staff Reshuffle That Opened the Door
The appointment follows a broader restructuring of India's support staff by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The board decided to replace T. Dilip and Ryan ten Doeschate after their contracts concluded. Ten Doeschate had already informed the BCCI of his decision to step down as assistant coach while the team was still in the United Kingdom, shortly after India suffered defeats in both the T20I and ODI series against England. The exits ended prolonged speculation about the composition of the coaching setup.
What It Means for Assam Cricket
Ghosh's elevation is the latest in a series of milestones for Assam as a cricketing state — one that has increasingly punched above its weight in domestic circuits. His appointment to a senior national role underscores how regional cricket ecosystems are now contributing meaningfully to the national pipeline. With the Sri Lanka Tests on the horizon, all eyes will be on how India's fielding standards evolve under his tenure.
Point of View
And bringing in a coach with deep age-group experience suggests the board is prioritising developmental rigour over marquee credentials. Whether Ghosh can tighten India's fielding unit before the Sri Lanka Tests will be the first real measure of that bet. Regional cricket associations like the ACA now have a concrete success story to sell to the next generation — and that pipeline effect may matter as much as the appointment itself.
NationPress
2 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Subhadeep Ghosh and why has he been appointed?
Subhadeep Ghosh is a former domestic cricketer who played for Assam and Railways, and later coached the Assam senior men's team and several Indian age-group sides. He has been appointed Fielding Coach of the Indian senior men's cricket team by the BCCI following the end of T. Dilip's contract.
What is Subhadeep Ghosh's first assignment as India's fielding coach?
His first assignment is the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, scheduled later in August. It will be his debut in a senior national coaching role.
Why did the BCCI reshuffle India's support staff?
The BCCI replaced T. Dilip and Ryan ten Doeschate after their contracts concluded. Ten Doeschate also informed the board of his decision to step down as assistant coach while the team was in the United Kingdom, following India's defeats in both the T20I and ODI series against England.
How has the Assam Cricket Association reacted to the appointment?
The ACA congratulated Ghosh on 2 August, describing the appointment as 'a moment of great honour for the state's cricketing fraternity' and an inspiration for aspiring cricketers and coaches across the region.
What is the significance of this appointment for Assam cricket?
Ghosh becomes one of the most prominent Assam-origin figures in India's senior coaching setup, underlining the state's growing contribution to the national cricket pipeline beyond just playing talent.
