Gautam Gambhir Named Head Coach of Indian Team
Gautam Gambhir Named Head Coach of the Indian Team on 9th July 2024. It was announced as the new Head coach of the team on 9th July (Tuesday). Connect with EKhel and get many such fresh updates.
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Gautam Gambhir was named the Head coach of the Indian Cricket team after Rahul Dravid retired from the position. Gambhir was announced as the new Head coach of the team on 9th July (Tuesday). He has been an amazing former Indian player, philanthropist, and former politician & will serve as Head coach for the Indian team till December 2027.
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Gautam Gambhir Named Head Coach 2024
Gautam Gambhir, born on 14th October 1981, is a former Indian-International cricketer and Top-Order-Batter. He has been serving as a cricketer since 2003. He played in all formats for India between 2003 and 2016, & he has been the greatest opener of his game span.
He is currently appointed for the position of the Indian Cricket Team Head Coach. He will be responsible for guiding the team in all 3 formats (Tests, ODI, and T20s) from July 2024 to December 2027.
As a Head coach, he is expected to take charge of the upcoming series against Sri Lanka in which the Indian team will play 3 T20Is and 3 ODIs from 27th July 2024 onwards.
Who has been appointed as the New Head Coach of the Indian Team?
Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as the new head coach of the Indian Men’s Cricket team after Rahul Dravid. Dravid has been a tremendous Head coach and he is leaving this position after leading the team to the ICC T20 Men’s World Cup 2024 Trophy.
The news was announced by the BCCI’s (Board of Control for Cricket in India’s) secretary, Jay Shah on Twitter on 9th July (Tuesday).
Why is Rahul Dravid Stepping Down from the Head Coach Position?
Rahul Dravid, who was appointed as the Head Coach on 3rd November 2021, stepped down from his position on 9th July (Tuesday). Jay Shah shared that Dravid decided to quit this position due to his family commitments. He stated:
“He told me that due to family commitments he wants to quit and we respect his decision. I didn’t force him to extend,”
He added:
“Rahul bhai has served Indian cricket for the past five and half years. He was director of the National Cricket Academy for three years and then for the past two and half years, he served as head coach of Team India.”
He also mentioned:
“Rahul Dravid’s role is as important as Rohit Sharma in this T20 World Cup title triumph. He is a man, who took the team to the 2023 ODI World Cup final and didn’t wanted to leave because he wanted to finish the job.”
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Gautam Gambhir: New Head Coach for Indian National Cricket Team
The BCCI thanked Rahul Dravid and shared their gratitude for his unbelievable service as an Indian Head Coach. The team has reached some milestones under his guidance.
The cricket organization also congratulated Paras Mhambrey (Bowling Coach), T. Dilip (Fielding Coach), and Vikram Rathour (Batting Coach) for a great tenure.
Then, this private organization for national sports embraced Gautam Gambhir as the new Head Coach of Team India. This new coach also led the KKR franchise of the IPL tournament to the 3 titles in 2012, 2014, and 2024.
Gautam Gambhir, as the Head Coach of Team India, will be responsible for overseeing the team’s performance and developing a culture of excellence, discipline, and teamwork. He will also nurture the new talents for future matches like Dravid did.
BCCI Members Reaction on Gautam Gambhir Becoming the New Head Coach in 2024?
Numerous members of the BCCI made remarkable comments on Gautam Gambhir being the new Head coach of the Indian Cricket team.
The Secretary of BCCI, Jay Shah, said:
“We thank Mr Rahul Dravid and his team of support staff for their service and stellar effort in their tenure with Team India. The team enjoyed remarkable success across formats and being crowned champions at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2024 is a moment that the nation will cherish for a long time. The baton now passes on to Mr Gautam Gambhir who will don the role of Head Coach from the forthcoming series in Sri Lanka.”
He further mentioned:
“Gambhir has been a fierce competitor and a brilliant strategist. We believe he will bring the same tenacity and leadership to his role as Head Coach. His transition to the role of Head Coach is a natural progression, and I believe he will bring out the best in our players. I am confident that he will inspire and lead the team to new heights. His vision for the future of Indian cricket aligns perfectly with our goals, and we are excited about the journey ahead. Congratulations to him and best of luck for this new journey.”
Roger Binny, the President of BCCI, also specified:
“The Board would like to thank former Head Coach, Mr Rahul Dravid for his brilliant run with the team. Team India now embarks on a journey under a new coach – Mr Gautam Gambhir. His appointment as Head Coach marks a new chapter for Indian cricket. His experience, dedication, and vision for the game make him the ideal candidate to guide our team forward. We are confident that under his leadership, Team India will continue to excel and make the nation proud.”
Gautam Gambhir the new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket team shared:
“It is an absolute honour to serve my tricolour, my people, my country. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Rahul Dravid and his team of support staff for their exemplary run with the team. I am honoured and excited to take on the role of Head Coach for Team India.”
He further stated:
“I have always taken pride while donning the Indian jersey during my playing days and it is going to be no different when I take up this new role. Cricket has been my passion and I look forward to working closely with the BCCI, Head of Cricket – Mr VVS Laxman, the support staff, and, most importantly, the players, as we work towards achieving success in the upcoming tournaments.”
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