South African all-rounder Shaun Pollock has commended Graham Ford, short-listed by India for the job of national coach, as being an able candidate for the assignment.
Chennai (Tamil Nadu), June 9 : South African all-rounder Shaun Pollock has commended Graham Ford, short-listed by India for the job of national coach, as being an able candidate for the assignment.
Speaking to reporters in Chennai, Pollock said Ford was a man dedicated to his job and has proven his mettle through stints with teams South Africa and Natal.
"Graham Ford was my coach and he coached me at the national level as well. I know what he can give. But I don't know what Indian cricket needs or what they require. Are they looking for a backroom man or a man in front? He has a very good track record and a good rapport with players," Pollock said.
Ford, 46, became coach of South Africa's domestic Natal side in 1992. Taking over from the late Bob Woolmer, he coached the national side between 1999 and 2001.
Ford's tenure was highly successful. He is now the cricket director of English county, Kent.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shortlisted Ford last week for the job and over Australian Dav Whatmore.
Ford and English former spinner John Emburey will be called to meet the board's coaching committee today before a final decision is taken.
The job became vacant when former Australia skipper Greg Chappell quit following India's shocking first-round elimination at the 2007 World Cup in the Caribbean.
ANI