Australia coach Justin Langer indicated on Thursday he would seek an extension to his four-year contract, which expires in June 2022, saying he “loves his job”.
Langer had faced criticism from players for his coaching methods but now he has a Twenty20 World Cup in his CV and is close to adding a coveted Ashes trophy win to it.
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Australia is leading 2-0 in the home series against England.
The 51-year-old former Test opener insisted that there was no change in his thought process.
“I’ve never thought differently, to be honest. I stick to what I’ve been saying for the past four years. I love my job,” Langer was quoted as saying Sydney Morning Herald,
“The boys are playing well, no doubt, it’s a great team to be in. So, nothing has changed from my point of view.”
Former captain and much respected Steve Waugh is one of the cricketing personalities in Australian cricket who advocates the division of coaching duties.
“Langer confirmed that he wanted to remain in charge of the Test team and limited-overs teams for a longer period of time as there was debate over whether the senior coach of the red and white-ball teams should be split,” the report said. said.
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Langer’s senior assistant Andrew McDonald would be the ideal white-ball coach if Langer remained and the roles were split. McDonald, who listens closely to players and has an excellent rapport, is seen as a good leader and Also able to guide all three teams.
Langer was tasked with changing the culture of the team and gaining the respect of the Australian public after the 2018 ball-tampering scandal.
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