Lagatar24 Desk
New Delhi: Gautam Gambhir has been named the new head coach of the Indian cricket team, replacing Rahul Dravid. The announcement was made by BCCI Secretary Jay Shah on social media on Tuesday. Dravid’s tenure concluded following India’s victorious campaign in the T20 World Cup 2024.
Jay Shah shared the news via his official handle on X (formerly known as Twitter), stating, “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.”
In his post, Shah also expressed his gratitude to Rahul Dravid, who ended his tenure on a high note by leading India to a historic victory in the T20 World Cup 2024. “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, #TeamIndia emerged as a dominant force across formats, including being crowned ICC Men’s T20 World Cup champions!”
Praising Dravid’s contributions, Shah added, “His strategic acumen, persistent efforts to nurture talent, and exemplary leadership have instilled a culture of excellence within the team. The Indian dressing room today is one cohesive unit standing together through challenges while reveling in each other’s success.”
India’s T20 World Cup win was historic, as the Rohit Sharma-led team became the first to claim the title without losing a single game. Their brilliant performance culminated in a final victory over South Africa, securing their place in cricket history.
