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Following the conclusion of Rahul Dravid‘s coaching era, Indian cricket is poised to enter a new phase under the leadership of Gautam Gambhir, who has been appointed as the new head coach of the national team. This transition comes after the successful end of Dravid’s tenure following India’s T20 World Cup triumph.
Gambhir, a former stalwart of Indian cricket renowned for his resilience and strategic prowess, steps into the role with a clear vision to steer the team towards future successes. His appointment represents a significant shift in coaching strategy, aiming to build upon the achievements of the past while ushering in a fresh approach.
A new role for Abhishek Nayar
Expected to join Gambhir in shaping the team’s future is Abhishek Nayar, a former Indian all-rounder who made his mark with three ODIs in 2009. Nayar, slated to assume the role of assistant coach, brings a wealth of cricketing knowledge and a strong rapport with both Gambhir and India captain Rohit Sharma.
Nayar’s association with Gambhir within the Kolkata Knight Riders coaching setup underscores their mutual understanding and shared objectives for Indian cricket’s future. According to reports, Gambhir is likely to take on the additional responsibility of a batting coach.
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New era under Gautam Gambhir begins with the Sri Lanka series
The coaching transition will officially commence during the upcoming series against Sri Lanka, scheduled to kick off on July 27th. The series, featuring three ODIs and three T20Is, will serve as Gambhir’s debut in his new capacity, presenting an early opportunity to imprint his coaching philosophy on the team.
As Indian cricket embarks on this new chapter under Gambhir’s stewardship, expectations run high among fans and experts alike, eager to witness the team’s evolution under his guidance.
