KKR Honors Gautam Gambhir's Appointment as India Head Coach

Gautam Gambhir Appointed Head Coach of India Men's Cricket Team: KKR Pays Tribute

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has extended a heartfelt tribute to their former captain and mentor, Gautam Gambhir, following his appointment as the head coach of the India men's cricket team. Gambhir, a two-time World Cup winner, will assume his new role later this month with the limited-overs tour of Sri Lanka.

KKR took to social media to honor Gambhir's new position, sharing an old quote from him: "There is no bigger honor than coaching your national team." The franchise also posted a video montage showcasing Gambhir's journey and accomplishments with KKR, captioning it "Guru Gambhir."

Gambhir's coaching journey officially begins as India faces Sri Lanka in three T20Is and three ODIs starting July 27. While he has no formal coaching experience, Gambhir has made a significant impact as a mentor in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He guided the Lucknow Super Giants during the 2022 and 2023 seasons and returned to KKR as a mentor in 2024, leading them to their third IPL title.

As a player, Gambhir captained KKR to two IPL titles in 2012 and 2014. His leadership and tactical acumen were instrumental in the team's success. KKR's tribute highlighted Gambhir's profound influence on the team, both as a player and mentor.

Gambhir succeeds Rahul Dravid, who recently led India to their second T20 World Cup triumph. As head coach, Gambhir will oversee several key assignments, including the five-Test tour of Australia in November, the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan, and the 2026 T20 World Cup co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

Gambhir's illustrious playing career includes pivotal roles in India's 2011 Cricket World Cup and 2007 T20 World Cup victories. He was named ICC's Test player of the year in 2009 and retired from international cricket in 2016 with over 10,000 runs across all formats. His final cricketing chapter was with the Delhi Capitals in the IPL, where he retired from all forms of cricket in 2018.

KKR's tribute to Gambhir is a testament to his legacy as a player, mentor, and now head coach. His appointment is a proud moment for the franchise and the Indian cricket fraternity.

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