On Tuesday, July 9, BCCI secretary Jay Shah stated that Gautam Gambhir has been named the senior India Men’s team head coach. Starting on July 27, the 42-year-old’s first task will be the forthcoming tour of Sri Lanka, which consists of three ODIs and three T20Is.
Dravid, who held the position from November 2022 to June 2024 and resigned after India’s triumphant T20 World Cup campaign in the USA and West Indies, is replaced by Gambhir. India advanced to the 2023 ICC World Test Championship final and the 2024 T20 World Cup final under Dravid’s leadership. The country also won the 50-over World Cup.
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“In his new role as Head Coach of Team India, Gambhir will be responsible for overseeing the development and performance of the Indian cricket team,” the BCCI stated in a press release. “His focus will be on developing a culture of excellence, discipline, and teamwork, while also nurturing young talent and preparing the team for future challenges on the global stage.”
Although Gambhir hasn’t coached before, he has been a consultant for several IPL teams, most notably Kolkata Knight Riders, who were champions this year. As a player, he participated in India’s 2007 and 2011 World Cup victories. Gambhir played in 12 years of international cricket, from 2004 to 2016, appearing in 58 Tests, 147 ODIs, and 37
“It is with immense pleasure that I welcome Mr Gautam Gambhir as the new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team,” Shah wrote on X. “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 Team India, coupled with his vast experience, positions him perfectly to take on this exciting and most sought-after coaching role. TheBCCI fully supports him as he embarks on this new journey.”
Speaking of his appointment, Gambhir wrote on X: “India is my identity and serving my country has been the greatest privilege of my life. I’m honoured to be back, albeit wearing a different hat. But my goal is the same as it has always been, to make every Indian proud. The men in blue shoulder the dreams of 1.4 billion Indians and I will do everything in my power to make these dreams come true!”
Lauding the services of Dravid, Shah said, “I express my sincere thanks and gratitude to Mr Rahul Dravid whose highly successful tenure as the Head Coach draws to a close. Under his guidance, Team India emerged as a dominant force across formats, including being crowned ICC Men’s T20 World Cup champions!
“His strategic acumen, persistent efforts to nurture talent and exemplary leadership has instilled a culture of excellence within the team and that is also the legacy his leaves behind. The Indian dressing room today is one cohesive unit standing together through challenges while revelling in each other’s success.”
BCCI President Roger Binny also congratulated Dravid on a successful tenure and expressed confidence in Gambhir. “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. His appointment as Head Coach marks a new chapter for Indian cricket. His experience, dedication, and vision for the game make him the ideal candidate to guide our team forward. We are confident that under his leadership, Team India will continue to excel and make the nation proud,” Binny said.
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