Gautam Gambhir has been able to deliver a huge campaign resurgence to Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2024. As a mentor, he rejuvenated a dejected and confused camp to become champions this season. He infused discipline and direction to the team that never looked united in previous seasons. With such a huge success, he has been top contender for the Indian Cricket Team Head Coach role.
Post T20 CWC, present Head Coach Rahul Dravid would retire and he showed no interest in extending his contract. Hence, BCCI has requested for applications from cricketers across the world. Many thought another Indian Legendary cricketer VVS Laxman could be immediately offered the vacant post. As he has been appointed as NCA director currently, post Rahul Dravid, many thought it would be direct succession.
Reports suggested that VVS Laxman has expressed no interest in applying for the job. Some news reports have landed stating that Stephen Fleming and many International Cricketers have been invited to apply for the post. But none of them showcased any interest. Now, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah has discussed with Gautam Gambhir for 4 hours about the position.
As a mentor, Gautam Gambhir has been able to take Lucknow Super Giants, LSG, to IPL Playoffs for consecutive seasons in 2022, 2023. Now, with KKR he has been able to direct them to championship. Jay Shah, in the meeting, suggested that he should accept the offer for the country. While we await the confirmation, major reports suggest that his appointment as Indian Head Coach, a done deal.
