Former cricketer Gautam Gambhir appointed Team India head coach

Jul 9, 2024 8:18 PM, 57 news, 8 views

BCCI honourary secretary Jay Shah announced on Tuesday, 7 July that former India opener Gautam Gambhir has been named as the head coach of the Indian men's national team.

"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.

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," Jay Shah tweeted.

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“ It's a new opportunity, it's good. Let's see how he makes the most of the opportunity. I have seen a lot of his interviews. He speaks good, positive things. He is very straightforward,

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“ The Board would like to thank former Head Coach, Mr Rahul Dravid for his brilliant run with the team. Team India now embarks on a journey under a new coach - Mr Gautam Gambhir,

Roger Binny, 5 months