Gautam Gambhir Becomes New Head Coach of Team India

Former cricketer Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as the new head coach of Team India. Gambhir, who hit memorable knocks as a left-handed opener for India, recently served as the mentor for Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League 2024, leading them to their third IPL trophy.

In a statement released by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Gambhir expressed his honor and excitement for the new role. He congratulated Rahul Dravid and his support staff for their exemplary work with the team. Gambhir said, “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.”

The 42-year-old added that he looks forward to working with Head of Cricket VVS Laxman and the support staff to achieve success in upcoming tournaments. “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,” he added.

Replying to BCCI secretary Jay Shah’s post, Gambhir said he is ‘elated’ to be part of this new journey. “Many thanks for your extremely kind words and constant support @JayShah bhai. Elated to be a part of this journey! The entire team together will strive for excellence and newer heights,” Gambhir wrote on X.

Earlier in the day, BCCI secretary Jay Shah announced that former cricketer Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as the Indian men’s cricket team’s new head coach.