The Cricket Advisory Committee, comprising Ashok Malhotra, Jatin Paranjpe, and Sulakshana Naik, has unanimously recommended Gautam Gambhir as the Head Coach of Team India (Senior Men). Gambhir will take charge starting from the upcoming away series against Sri Lanka, where Team India will play 3 ODIs and 3 T20Is beginning on July 27, 2024.
The BCCI had invited applications for the position on May 13 to find a successor to Rahul Dravid, whose term ended after the ICC T20 World Cup in 2024.
The Board expressed its heartfelt gratitude to Rahul Dravid for his outstanding service as Head Coach. Dravid's tenure was marked by significant achievements, most notably being crowned champions of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in 2024.India's team also secured second place in the ICC 50-over World Cup in 2023, which took place in India, as well as in the ICC World Test Championship in 2023, held in England.
Dravid has shown exceptional commitment to developing young talent and fostering discipline and sportsmanship within the team. Apart from the team’s dominance in bilateral series at home, his influence on the team’s culture has been profound.
The Board extends its congratulations to T. Dilip (Fielding Coach), Paras Mhambrey (Bowling Coach), and Vikram Rathour (Batting Coach) for their accomplished tenure. The BCCI values their contributions and wishes them the best for the future.
The BCCI welcomes Gautam Gambhir in his new role with Team India. The ex-Indian batsman comes with a vast amount of knowledge and a profound comprehension of the sport. Known for his exceptional batting prowess and strategic acumen, Gambhir has been a pivotal figure in Indian cricket.
Gambhir's remarkable contributions to the Indian team include crucial performances in the 2007 ICC World T20 and the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, cementing his legacy as one of the sport's greats. He also led his IPL franchise, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), to two title victories in 2012 and 2014. In 2024, Gambhir, as a mentor for KKR, played a key role in guiding the team to clinch its third IPL title.
In his new role as Head Coach of Team India, Gambhir will oversee the development and performance of the Indian cricket team. He will prioritize the development of a culture centered on excellence, discipline, and collaboration, as well as the support and preparation of young talent for upcoming global challenges.
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