Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as head coach of Indian Men’s Cricket Team
Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as head coach of the senior men Cricket team. Announcement has made by Jay Shah on 09th July i.e Tuesday. The cricket advisory committee Mr. Ashok Malhotra, Mr. Jatin Paranjpe, Ms. Sulakshana Naik on Tuesday recommended Gautam Gambhir as Head coach of Senior Indian Cricket Team.
Rahul Dravid is stepped down from head coach position with the T20 World Cup which is held in United States and West Indies Jointly and he fitted one more feather in the crown with winning this world Cup. Under Rahul Dravid India reached finals against South Africa and won India’s second T20 World cup. India Reached World test championship and ODI 50 overs World Cup in 2023.
“In his new role as Head Coach of Team India, Gambhir will be responsible for overseeing the development and performance of the Indian cricket team,” the BCCI said in a media release. “His focus will be on developing a culture of excellence, discipline, and teamwork, while also nurturing young talent and preparing the team for future challenges on the global stage.”
“It is with immense pleasure that I welcome Mr Gautam Gambhir as the new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team,” Shah wrote on X. “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.”
Jay Shah announced Gautam Gambhir as Head coach on X
“It is with immense pleasure that I welcome Mr Gautam Gambhir as the new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team,” Shah wrote on X. “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.”
Speaking of his appointment, Gambhir wrote on X: “India is my identity and serving my country has been the greatest privilege of my life. I’m honoured to be back, albeit wearing a different hat. But my goal is the same as it has always been, to make every Indian proud. The men in blue shoulder the dreams of 1.4 billion Indians and I will do everything in my power to make these dreams come true!”
Gautam Gambhir’s History as a Coach/Mentor
Gambhir’s first assignment as Head Coach
He will be leading team India with Sri-Lanka tour which features 3 ODIs and 3 T20 and ending tour on July 27. And tenure will be till 2027 ODI world cup.
For current ongoing series against Zimbabwe VVS Laxman is with team India as Temporary head coach as Gautam Gambhir was not selected as Head coach at that time.
Support Staff of Indian Cricket team
The cricket association also congratulated all support staff for best career ahead. Mr. Paras Mhambrey, T. Dilip, Vikram Rathour are ending their career as Bowling Coach, Fielding Coach and Batting Coach respectively.
Most probably Abhishek Nair as set to appoint as Batting coach of Team India as he has a rich experience of working together with many of the player in Indian Cricket team. And, he has experience of Working together With Gautam Gambhir. Abhishek Nair’s appointment is looks firm where Vinay Kumar’s selection as bowling coach is quite surprised.
The BCCI yet to make formal announcement regarding bowling Fielding and Batting coach and expected to make decision soon.
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