The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) senior official Rajeev Shukla yesterday told that the Indian cricket team will surely have its new coach before next month's tour to Sri Lanka as Anil Kumble has stepped down from the post.

Rajeev Shukla told reporters that "BCCI has tried its best to resolve the issue. The acting secretary, CEO had a discussion with Kumble and Kohli. They consulted the Chairman of the COA also. They tried to resolve the whole issue, but ultimately no outcome could be found out. Finally, Kumble decided to move on and he has decided not to continue with the West Indies tour,"

"Earlier, the decision was taken that Kumble will continue till the Sri Lanka tour. But he has decided to not go on with the West Indies tour. BCCI wishes him all the best for his future career. Meanwhile, the BCCI has decided to search for the coach. Before Sri Lankan tour, we will find out the best coach for Team India," he added.

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