‘I Would Love to Coach the Indian Team,’ Says Gautam Gambhir Breaks Silence
Gambhir's leadership at KKR has been widely praised, contributing to his rising profile as a top coaching candidate.
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Amidst rumors suggesting he is a leading candidate for the chief coach post, former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir on Sunday expressed his interest in taking over the reins of the national side from Rahul Dravid.
Speaking at an event in Abu Dhabi, Gambhir emphasised that:
Gambhir, who has garnered renewed attention after a triumphant return to the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as a mentor in IPL 2024, is now a hot favourite to succeed Dravid as the head coach of Team India following the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup.
His leadership at KKR has been widely praised, contributing to his rising profile as a top coaching candidate. At the event, a student asked Gambhir about his potential role as the coach of the Indian cricket team and his experience in guiding teams to World Cup victories. Gambhir's response was both humble and insightful.
He shared that although he had previously refrained from addressing the question, he felt compelled to answer this time.
During his personal trip to the UAE, Gambhir visited the sports medicine department at Medeor Hospital, where he met young cricket enthusiasts from various academies in Abu Dhabi.
He shared insights from his inspiring journey, recounting his pivotal role in India's victories at the 2007 World T20 and the 2011 ODI World Cup. Gambhir's recent success with KKR has added another feather to his cap, showcasing his ability to foster a positive and winning environment. Attributing his success to creating a supportive and joyful atmosphere for the players, Gambhir said:
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