"Gambhir will be a good coach": Sourav Ganguly on Team India's next head coach

Sourav Ganguly (Pic: File Pic)

Amid the discussions of who will be Team India's next head coach, former captain Sourav Ganguly said if Gautam Gambhir has applied for the position, he would be a good coach for the national team.

Speaking at the inauguration of the International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference, Ganguly also gave his views on India's chances in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024.

"I am in favour of an Indian coach. If he has applied, Gambhir will be a good coach," Ganguly said.

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Former Indian opener Gambhir appears to be one of the favourites for the head coach's position. Currently, Rahul Dravid is in the position and will soon step down after the conclusion of the T20 World Cup 2024. In the recently concluded IPL 2024, under Gautam Gambhir's mentorship, Kolkata Knight Riders managed to register the title for the third time in the league's history.

In a statement a few days ago, BCCI secretary Jay Shah has also hinted that an Indian coach would be preferred. "Finding the right coach for our national team is a meticulous and thorough process. We are focused on identifying individuals who possess a deep understanding of the Indian cricket structure and have risen through the ranks," Shah had said.

The BCCI secretary Jay Shah also stated that having a good knowledge of India's domestic cricket will be one of the most important criteria for the head coach's position. He said the understanding would be crucial to "truly elevate Team India to the next level."

Sourav Ganguly said Team India is the strong contender for the T20 World Cup 2024 in the USA and the West Indies. "India have very good chances in the World Cup. India will have to play like a T20 team. There is enormous talent," he said.

(With PTI Inputs)