Gautam Gambhir Appointed as Head Coach of Team India (Senior Men)

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Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as the Head Coach of Team India (Senior Men).

An Overview of the News

• The Cricket Advisory Committee (Ashok Malhotra, Jatin Paranjpe, and Sulakshana Naik) unanimously recommended his appointment.

• Gambhir will take charge starting from the upcoming away series against Sri Lanka on July 27, 2024.

Background

• Previous Head Coach: Rahul Dravid's term ended after the ICC T20 World Cup, 2024.

• Application Process: The BCCI invited applications for the position on May 13, 2024, to appoint Dravid’s successor.

Rahul Dravid’s Tenure Highlights

• Under Dravid's guidance, Team India won the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2024.

• The team finished as runners-up in the ICC 50-over World Cup, 2023, hosted in India.

• Team India was also the runners-up in the ICC World Test Championship, 2023, hosted in England.

• The team showcased dominance in bilateral series at home.

Gautam Gambhir’s Profile

• Gambhir is a former Indian opener with significant contributions to Indian cricket.

• He played crucial roles in India’s victories in the 2007 ICC World T20 and the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup.

• As captain, he led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to IPL titles in 2012 and 2014.

• In 2024, he served as a mentor for KKR, helping them secure their third IPL title.

• Skills: He is known for his exceptional batting prowess and strategic acumen.

Responsibilities as Head Coach

• Gambhir will oversee the development and performance of the Indian cricket team.

• He aims to cultivate a culture of excellence, discipline, and teamwork.

• Nurturing young talent will be a key focus.

• He will prepare the team for future challenges on the global stage.