“My Objective Is…”: Gautam Gambhir’s First Response After Being Named India Head Coach

Gautam Gambhir was named the subsequent Indian cricket crew head coach after Rahul Dravid‘s tenure got here to an finish after the T20 World Cup 2024. BCCI secretary Jay Shah took to social media to verify Gambhir’s appointment and he’s anticipated to take over the function throughout India’s upcoming tour of Sri Lanka. Following the announcement, Gambhir posted a particular message on his X (previously Twitter) account – “India is my id and serving my nation has been the best privilege of my life. I am honoured to be again, albeit carrying a unique hat. However my objective is identical because it has at all times been, to make each Indian proud. The boys in blue shoulder the goals of 1.4 billion Indians and I’ll do all the pieces in my energy to make these goals come true!”

India is my id and serving my nation has been the best privilege of my life. I am honoured to be again, albeit carrying a unique hat. However my objective is identical because it has at all times been, to make each Indian proud. The boys in blue shoulder the goals of 1.4 billion Indians… pic.twitter.com/N5YyyrhXAI

— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) July 9, 2024

Gambhir served because the mentor of Lucknow Tremendous Giants in 2022 and 2023 earlier than becoming a member of Kolkata Knight Riders in an identical function and guiding them to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 title.

“It’s with immense pleasure that I welcome Mr @GautamGambhir as the brand new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Workforce. Trendy-day cricket has advanced quickly, and Gautam has witnessed this altering panorama up shut. Having endured the grind and excelled in numerous roles all through his profession, I’m assured that Gautam is the best individual to steer Indian Cricket ahead,” BCCI secretary Jay Shah posted in his ‘X’ account.

“His clear imaginative and prescient for #TeamIndia, coupled together with his huge expertise, positions him completely to tackle this thrilling and most sought-after teaching function. The @BCCI totally helps him as he embarks on this new journey.” 

Gambhir was a part of the 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 ODI World Cup-winning sides for India whereas beneath his captaincy, KKR received the IPL trophy in 2012 and 2014.