India Wins T20 World Cup: Roger Binny Praises Team, Gautam Gambhir May Become New Coach

Bridgetown [Barbados], June 30: India, led by Rohit Sharma, has won the T20 World Cup trophy, marking their second victory in this tournament. The team defeated South Africa by just seven runs in a thrilling final.

End of Rahul Dravid’s Stint

With this victory, the tenure of head coach Rahul Dravid comes to an end. Dravid has been instrumental in leading the team to the finals of the ODI World Cup and the 2023 World Test Championship, although they fell short in both events against Australia. Under his leadership, India ended an 11-year ICC title drought with their T20 World Cup win.

Roger Binny’s Praise and Future Plans

Roger Binny, the president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), congratulated the team on their triumph. He mentioned that it would be beneficial for Indian cricket if former opener Gautam Gambhir takes over as the new head coach. Binny emphasized the need for a coach with experience in all formats of the game, which Gambhir possesses.

Gautam Gambhir’s Potential Role

Gambhir, a 2011 World Cup winner, has expressed his interest in coaching the Indian team, calling it an honor. Although he has remained tight-lipped about replacing Dravid, many former cricketers support his potential appointment.

Retirement of Key Players

Following the World Cup victory, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli announced their retirement from T20 internationals. Binny acknowledged their significant contributions and noted that replacing them would be challenging. He expressed hope that young players from the IPL could step up to fill their roles.

Conclusion

India’s T20 World Cup victory is a testament to the team’s unity and the strategic planning under Dravid’s guidance. As the team looks forward to new leadership, the future of Indian cricket appears promising.