Justin Langer has decided not to coach India due to concerns about the high levels of pressure and politics involved, after being warned by KL.

In a recent interview, former Australian cricketer Justin Langer shared his thoughts on the possibility of becoming India's head coach. While he was initially tempted by the opportunity, a conversation with KL Rahul, the captain of the Lucknow Super Giants team, made him reconsider.

Rahul gave Langer some valuable advice, cautioning him about the immense pressure and politics that come with coaching the Indian team. Langer admitted that it would be an amazing job to take on, but he also acknowledged the challenges that come with it.

With the BCCI inviting fresh applications for the head coach position, Langer's name has been thrown into the mix. But before his stint with the Lucknow Super Giants, Langer had already served as the head coach of the Australian team for four years. During this time, he helped the team bounce back from a difficult period following the infamous ball-tampering scandal.

Under Langer's guidance, Australia achieved great success, winning their first T20 World Cup title and reclaiming the Ashes. However, Langer also acknowledged the toll that such a demanding role can take, saying that coaching the Australian team was exhausting enough.

There were rumors that the BCCI had approached Langer's former teammate and current Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting for the job. However, Ponting has already declined, citing lifestyle reasons.

BCCI secretary Jay Shah clarified that the board has not approached any former Australian cricketer for the position. He emphasized the importance of finding someone who has a deep understanding of the Indian cricket structure and has risen through the ranks.

Other high-profile names, such as Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Stephen Fleming and Andy Flower, have also ruled themselves out. Instead, former Indian batter Gautam Gambhir is rumored to be a top contender for the position.

Whoever ends up as the head coach of the Indian team, it's clear that the BCCI is looking for someone who not only has a strong track record but also a deep understanding of Indian cricket. The role is a big responsibility, and it will be crucial for the coach to elevate the team to the next level.

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