Gautam Gambhir | Source: X.com
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has named Gautam Gambhir, former Indian opener, as the head coach of the Indian Cricket team.
This decision means that Gautam Gambhir will no longer mentor Kolkata Knight Riders, the team he joined as a mentor in IPL 2024 and successfully led to victory.
Here’s what BCCI secretary Jay Shah said on this appointment:
“It is with immense pleasure that I welcome Gautam Gambhir as the new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team. Modern-day cricket has evolved rapidly, and Gautam has witnessed this changing landscape up close. Having endured the grind and excelled in various roles throughout his career, I am confident that Gautam is the ideal person to steer Indian Cricket forward.”
“His clear vision for Team India, coupled with his vast experience, positions him perfectly to take on this exciting and most sought-after coaching role. The BCCI fully supports him as he embarks on this new journey.”
– 2007 World Cup winner.– 2011 World Cup winner.– 2012 IPL winner.– 2014 IPL winner.– 2024 IPL winning team mentor.NOW TEAM INDIA’S HEAD COACH, THE GG ERA BEGINS…!!! ???????? pic.twitter.com/NcWpJPQAs0
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) July 9, 2024
Gautam Gambhir, a two-time World Cup winner in 2007 and 2011, brings a wealth of experience and sharp cricketing acumen to the Indian cricket scene, taking over the reins from Rahul Dravid.
Gautam Gambhir is set to officially take over the charge starting from the Sri Lanka tour, featuring three T20 internationals and an equal number of ODIs, commencing on July 28.
