Gautam Gambhir, former opening batter and celebrated IPL mentor, has been named the new head coach of the Indian men’s cricket team, succeeding Rahul Dravid. Set to commence his tenure during the upcoming Sri Lanka tour, Gambhir’s appointment has garnered widespread attention and support, notably from his wife, Natasha Jain.
Expressing her pride on Instagram, Natasha Jain remarked, “Because he deserves to lead…,” underscoring her confidence in Gambhir’s leadership abilities. Known for his successful stint with the Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2024, Gambhir’s transition to head coach marks a significant career progression.
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah highlighted Gambhir’s potential to bring fresh success to the national team, emphasizing his leadership qualities and diverse experiences as a former World Cup winner and politician. As Gambhir gears up to steer Team India, his journey from player to mentor promises to inject new vigor into Indian cricket, with expectations running high for his impact on the international stage.