Former Australia cricketer backs Gautam Gambhir as India head coach

Former Australia pacer Brett Lee threw his weight behind the newly-appointed India head coach Gautam Gambhir, stating that the team is “in safe hands” with him.

Former opening batter Gambhir, earlier this month, was confirmed as the new India head coach, preceding Rahul Dravid, who stepped down after overseeing the team’s perfect T20 World Cup 2024 campaign.

The announcement was made by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Honorary Secretary Jay Shah on X, formerly Twitter.

“It is with immense pleasure that I welcome Mr [Gautam Gambhir] as the new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team,” wrote Shah.

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Meanwhile, Brett Lee lauded the decision of Gautam Gambhir’s appointment as the India head coach while highlighting his successful tenure with the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

“He’s [Gautam Gambhir] done a terrific job every time he’s had an opportunity. The Indian Premier League title with KKR is the best example. He’s always been there, always at the top of his game. He finds a way to unite his players and graft his team together,” Lee told Times of India.

“He builds a solid structure. He has been a terrific player, and his aggression and winning attitude will help India. He has shone internationally as a player. India is in safe hands with Gautam Gambhir as coach. Congratulations to Rahul for finishing on a high.”

Gautam Gambhir played a pivotal role in India’s success in the 2007 World T20 and ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2011, top-scoring in the finals of both tournaments.

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