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Kolkata Knight Riders Coach Welcomes Gautam Gambhir’s Appointment as India’s Head Coach

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) coach Chandrakant Pandit has expressed his delight at Gautam Gambhir’s appointment as Team India’s head coach. Pandit, who worked with Gambhir during the IPL 2024 season, praised the former Indian batter’s experience and skillset.

Under Gambhir’s leadership, KKR produced an impressive single-season performance in IPL history, finishing atop the points table and winning their third title. Gambhir also previously captained KKR to their first two IPL titles in 2012 and 2014.

In a recent interview, Pandit revealed that he congratulated Gambhir on his appointment and expressed his happiness at the opportunity to work with the former Indian coach. "Yesterday, I messaged him, congratulated him. It’s a prestigious job and a prestigious role he is going to play for our country. Obviously, I was very happy to message him. He also messaged me back," said Pandit.

Pandit admitted that KKR would miss Gambhir’s services, including his rapport with the former Indian batter. "Obviously yes. We had a good rapport, discussing team strategies and planning with the captain to achieve better combinations. Obviously, we will miss the communication we had," added Pandit.

Gambhir will replace previous head coach Rahul Dravid, who recently helped India win the 2024 T20 World Cup trophy. Gambhir’s tenure will begin with India’s white-ball tour of Sri Lanka at the end of July, followed by the Test series in Australia later this year and the 2025 Champions Trophy.

Chandrakanth Pandit felt Gambhir was the perfect choice for the role of Indian coach, considering his massive role in India’s success as a player. Apart from leading KKR to two IPL titles, Gambhir was instrumental in India winning the 2007 and 2011 T20 and ODI World Cups. The southpaw top-scored for India in the finals of both tournaments.

"We’re extremely elated with Gambhir being appointed as the head coach of the Indian cricket team. I’m sure he will do a wonderful job, as he has been doing over the last few years. He has been pivotal for the success of KKR over the years, and also played big roles in India winning the World Cups in 2007 (T20I) and 2011 (ODI). He carries a lot of experience and is definitely the right choice. I’m really happy for BCCI," said Pandit.

Overall, Gambhir’s appointment as India’s head coach has been met with widespread support, and fans are eagerly anticipating the former Indian batter’s first assignment.