NEW DELHI– World Cup-winning opening batter Gautam Gambhir was on Tuesday named as the head coach of the Indian men’s cricket team, replacing Rahul Dravid at the top post.
Dravid quit the post after India’s recent T20 World Cup triumph in the Americas.
“It is with immense pleasure that I welcome Mr @GautamGambhir 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,” BCCI secretary Jay Shah posted in his ‘X’ account.
“His clear vision for #TeamIndia, 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.” The 42-year-old Gambhir, a key member of the 2011 ODI World Cup-winning Indian side, led Kolkata Knight Riders to IPL titles in 2012 and 2014.
He was the mentor of the KKR team that won the IPL title in 2024.
Rohit Sharma Writes Farewell Note To Rahul Dravid
Skipper Rohit Sharma penned a heartfelt note for the former India head coach on Tuesday with a post on Instagram.
“Since my childhood days I have looked up to you just like billions of others but I was lucky enough to get to work with you this closely”, said Rohit.
“You are an absolute stalwart of this game but you left all of your accolades and achievements at the door and walked in as our coach and came on a level where we all felt comfortable enough to say just about anything to you. That is your gift, your humility and your love for this game even after all this time.
“I have learnt so much from you and every memory will be cherished. My wife refers to you as my work wife and I’m lucky to get to call you that too”, Rohit said in the post.
“This was the only thing missing from your arsenal and I’m so happy that we got to achieve it together.”
“Rahul bhai it has been an absolute privilege to get to call you my confidant, my coach and my friend”, concluded Rohit.
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