‘He cares deeply for Indian cricket’ - Harsha Bhogle backs Gautam Gambhir’s signing as India head coach

The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) recently came forward to announce the signing of former India batter Gautam Gambhir as India’s next head coach. In a move which was being heavily discussed, it finally came to fruition, and the fans are delighted with the announcement.

Gambhir had recently led Kolkata Knight Riders to their third IPL (Indian Premier League) title as their mentor, and he will aim to have a similar impact on the Indian team as well.

Seeing the announcement, renowned cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express his thoughts about Gambhir’s appointment and opined that he is the right man to take Indian cricket forward. 

“The most open secret in Indian cricket has finally been revealed. Having known Gautam Gambhir for over 20 years, I am confident he will do a fine job. He can be direct, even blunt, but his heart is in the right place, and he cares deeply for Indian cricket,” Bhogle tweeted.

I’m honoured to be back: Gautam Gambhir

Furthermore, after the announcement, Gautam Gambhir took to X as well and expressed his feelings about the appointment. Gambhir revealed that he was honoured to be back with the Indian team. 

“India is my identity and serving my country has been the greatest privilege of my life. I’m honoured to be back, albeit wearing a different hat. But my goal is the same as it has always been, to make every Indian proud. The men in blue shoulder the dreams of 1.4 billion Indians and I will do everything in my power to make these dreams come true!” Gambhir tweeted. 

Gambhir’s first assignment would be the upcoming white-ball tour to Sri Lanka, and the side will then set its sights on the WTC Final and the Champions Trophy 2025.