Do you want Ian Pont as head coach?

M.H.Rubel · #1 April 17, 2012, 12:57 PM

Lots of debate is going about Ian Pont as head coach.Let see who is in which group?

M.H.Rubel · #2 April 17, 2012, 12:59 PM

Lot of things to consider here.Ian has some good success with bangladesh.He got the passion for Bangladesh cricket.Only thing lacked with him is lack of experience as head coach.To me if we fail manage a high profile head coach,in that case i am with Ian.I want to utilize his passion for Bangladesh cricket.So I vopted for 50-50 option.

Zeeshan · #3 April 17, 2012, 01:42 PM

I don't think making it a public poll was a good idea.

BANFAN · #4 April 17, 2012, 01:54 PM

It depends on who all are contending with him... But I voted yes, because I think he can be one of the strong contenders.....

We may like a lot of big names... But hardly anyone will like to be associated with us.... We will always get hyped up empty vessel big names.... So, it's better that we chose amongst the Known/proven, skilled and professional new coaches, who will take the job seriously and stick with us for some time. Ian is a very good candidate IMO.

Equinox · #5 April 17, 2012, 02:03 PM

I voted no but it really depends on who applies. Nothing personal against Ian, I appreciate his regular contributions on the site and really enjoy reading his insights. However, it's just too big a risk at this stage of our cricket. If the position for the head of the Academy was up for grabs (which I believe it is) I'd have no hesitation in backing Ian for the job a 100%. He is great at building relationships with his players and acting as father figure for them which would really benefit the upcoming lot but at this level you just need that bit more experience-wise.

Equinox · #6 April 17, 2012, 02:04 PM

Btw, what's the poing of having both no and someone else on the poll? Isn't it the same thing?

Habib · #7 April 17, 2012, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Equinox
Btw, what's the poing of having both no and someone else on the poll? Isn't it the same thing?

Ditto. The last option is redundant.

M.H.Rubel · #8 April 17, 2012, 02:16 PM

Some one else with name option was introduce to here about any one with any specific name.

M.H.Rubel · #9 April 17, 2012, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeeshan
I don't think making it a public poll was a good idea.

Public poll is always interesting.Its a face opener.LOL.

Habib · #10 April 17, 2012, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by M.H.Rubel
Some one else with name option was introduce to here about any one with any specific name.

Well, we have a thread there already to discuss that and this thread is focused on coach Ian Pont only, no?
Anyhow, very timely thread Rubel bhai

Habib · #11 April 17, 2012, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by M.H.Rubel
Public poll is always interesting.Its a face opener.LOL.

On the contrary, I think the voting result may change to some extent if the same poll is given with private settings. LOL.

M.H.Rubel · #12 April 17, 2012, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Habib
On the contrary, I think the voting result may change to some extent if the same poll is given with private settings. LOL.

Well,In general votes lot of votes does not mean anything to me.But votes by the old users means a lot to me.I want to see where most of the veterans votes.

roman · #13 April 17, 2012, 02:53 PM

Like BCB cares about what we want

Anyway, I have said this before, Ian has been tagged as bowling coach. And BCB has this infatuation about batting coach. So I think Ian has a very slim chance here to be our head coach.

As far as what I want...to be honest, its way too early for me to say who I want as Head coach. I dont even know who Ian is contending with. I would take him as our bowling coach or our Academy head coach in a heartbeat though..

mufi_02 · #14 April 17, 2012, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by M.H.Rubel
Well,In general votes lot of votes does not mean anything to me.But votes by the old users means a lot to me.I want to see where most of the veterans votes.

Wait? Can you see who voted for what? I thought the whole process was anonymous. Ahh Rubel bhai, now you know my opinion. Kauke boilen nah kintu

Zeeshan · #15 April 17, 2012, 03:11 PM

Voted no. Mainly because I feel we need someone with batting specialty to lead the team. SLA's do a fair job, pacers are as weak and flabby as venomless serpents, but many times we have seen the collapse of the batting. We really need a strong batting team, as the careless shots, fishing, nicks, etcetera which although has been reduced drastically still persists in the team. On the other hand, we can get by with an ok-pace team.

Again, just my opinion.

nycpro96 · #16 April 17, 2012, 04:54 PM

I think he would be a great coach. He builds relationships with the players very well and seems to have a true love for Bangladesh cricket. The pacers improved heavily under him so he could help with that as well. I'm sure he knows how to help out batsman as well but as the head coach, his main job should be to assist the team in terms of motivation and as a leader in all regards. He would be a great head coach for Bangladesh. We saw what he did with the Gladiators. The man has it. Honestly, he should be given a go.

Naimul_Hd · #17 April 17, 2012, 10:44 PM

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Some one else(Please mention name) Ian Pont

Ian has himself voted for someone else, indicating he may not be interested in BD coaching position.

Dilscoop · #18 April 17, 2012, 10:56 PM

Ian Pont is a nice dude. And that was his way of saying, I don't really a give a fuzznut. He doesn't want the job. So you can stop all the debate.

And fyi, I voted. I voted on the "Rate-Thread."

zsayeed · #19 April 17, 2012, 10:58 PM

Coach Ian doesn't want if

WorldCup11 · #20 April 17, 2012, 11:48 PM

Remember Ian Pont was Gladiators coach. He must have seen "Gladiator" movie many times too. He know these famous quotes from the movie .. and voted as "Maximus" himself

Marcus Aurelius: Won't you accept this great honor that I have offered you?
Maximus: With all my heart, no.
Marcus Aurelius: Maximus, that is why it must be you.

jeesh · #21 April 18, 2012, 12:03 AM

Voted yes. Because i havent come across a foreigner who is so passionate about our game. Only thing is BCB wont share our sentiments

layperson · #22 April 18, 2012, 12:03 AM

I think Ian took the long route to answer the simple question I had presented to him in the other thread. Well one thing is clear, if the man is not interested then there is no debate to be had here if he is suitable or not. Let not waste our time arguing about it when the man in question thinks someone else should be our head coach.
Mods : time to close this thread maybe.

Night_wolf · #23 April 18, 2012, 12:39 AM

voted yes..Ian pont as BD coach is win win situation for me for every result

WorldCup11 · #24 April 18, 2012, 12:52 AM

Voted Yes, I’ll always choose a leader who doesn’t want to lead, because he doesn't have the greed for it. If he still accepts this position, it’ll be because of his love/passion for BD cricket, not for power, ambition or money. He’ll be able do his job sincerely without any fear. My thoughts..

Roey Haque · #25 April 18, 2012, 01:02 AM

Of course we should have this gem in the team management, but as a bowling coach. As the head coach, I think we need an all rounder maybe. Lance Klusner?