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Gautam Gambhir has the exciting challenge of managing a team that has just won the T20 World Cup 2024 as he takes on the job of head coach for Team India. Gambhir accepts the great responsibility that comes with this role, despite the team's recent success, which includes winning the T20 World Championship and placing second in the ODI World Cup and the World Test Championship.
The Gautam Gambhir era begins 👊
— ICC (@ICC) July 22, 2024
India team have landed in 🇱🇰 for the white-ball series!#SLvIND | 📷: @OfficialSLC pic.twitter.com/RDRzJXGVl1
Gambhir is fully aware of the demands put on him. He was a successful mentor for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) during their IPL victory in 2024 and a former left-handed opener. He was frank in his assessment of the work at hand during his first press conference as head coach. "A happy dressing room is a winning dressing room, as I have always stated. That is my duty. I try not to overcomplicate things. I'm joining a team that has achieved incredible success. winners of the 50-over World Cup, the World Test Championship, and the T20 World Championship. Although there are gaps to be filled, this is a winning team, according to Gambhir.
Following a very successful stint by former coaches Ravi Shastri and Rahul Dravid, Gambhir was appointed. Gambhir acknowledged the high bar set by his previous leaders, saying, "The most important thing is that they have my back forever." Make it a joyful and safe space for dressing. I'm taking over a really productive team. runners-up in the 50-over WC and WTC. I'm excited to step into these enormous shoes."
🗣️ A happy and secure dressing room is a winning dressing room: #TeamIndia Head Coach @GautamGambhir#SLvIND pic.twitter.com/ZJnNuUuWNY
— BCCI (@BCCI) July 22, 2024
Abhishek Nayar, a former teammate from KKR, will take on the job of assistant coach, and Ryan Ten Doeschate, who is joining the support staff, will aid Gambhir in his new capacity. Gambhir gave them both great marks, stressing their professionalism and the expected rewards. "For the past two months, I have collaborated closely with Ryan and Abhishek at KKR in the IPL. Both are complete pros, and Gambhir continued, "Hopefully their time as coaches with the Indian team turns out well.
In addition to renowned batsman Virat Kohli and Team India captain Rohit Sharma, Gambhir will be part of a top group of players. "I shared a great relationship with Virat Kohli, we exchanged messages - he is a world-class, world-class batter," he said, emphasizing his strong bond with Kohli. I've told you repeatedly that together, we'll put in a lot of effort for Team India and bring pride to the 140 crore people."
As far as the future is concerned, Gambhir is looking forward to the Champions Trophy, the series against Australia, and maybe even the 2027 World Cup. He continues, "Both Virat & Rohit have lots of cricket left, they are world-class any team would have both of them." He thinks that both Kohli and Sharma have bright futures in cricket.
Gambhir's transition from a well-liked player to a reputable coach is indicative of his intense devotion to the game of cricket. His ability to motivate and lead a group of people was demonstrated by his leadership during KKR's IPL victory this season. The cricketing world waits in eager expectation to see how he will lead Team India to more success as he begins this new chapter.
COACH GAUTAM GAMBHIR AT SRI LANKA 🌟🔥 pic.twitter.com/DcIbLUMRJo
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 22, 2024
After 17 years as head coach, Rahul Dravid's role came to an end after India defeated South Africa by seven runs in the T20 World Cup 2024, a historic victory. With Gambhir leading the team now, Indian cricket hopes to expand on this history and reach new heights.
