June 11, 2007 - Kent’s Director of Cricket Graham Ford has declined the offer to coach the Indian cricket team after the BCCI formally declared his name for the post on Saturday as per the Kent County Cricket Club website. The Kent County Cricket Club has announced that Ford turned down the offer, following his recent interview in Chennai.

According to the website, Ford said, “I am very grateful to the Club for allowing me to go to India to find out more about the job of coaching the Indian Team. I have had a chance to reflect on the offer made by the BCCI and their urgency to fill the vacant position."

The 46-year-old coach clarified, "After careful consideration, I have decided to continue my work here at Kent. This has been a really difficult decision. I am honoured that India have shown such interest in my capabilities, but feel that this is the right decision for me and my family.”