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News India Live, Digital Desk: Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir Known for his outspoken style and strict discipline. According to recent reports, Gambhir’s ‘no-nonsense’ style may not be pleasing to some players, but the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is seeing it as a positive sign. The Board hopes that this working style of Gambhir will set new standards of accountability and performance in Team India.
Gambhir’s emphasis on discipline and performance
Ever since Gautam Gambhir took charge of the team, he has made it clear that the place in the team is only for performance and fitness Will be available on the basis of. According to sources, Gambhir has developed a culture in the dressing room where ‘work’ is being given more importance than ‘name’. There were reports of some resentment among some senior players due to some of his decisions, but top BCCI officials believe that it will be beneficial for the team in the long run.
Why is BCCI in support of Gambhir?
This stance of Gambhir is like a relief for BCCI. The board wants the team to go through the transition period strongly. Especially in white-ball cricket, where young players need to be given a chance, Gambhir’s clear thinking is proving helpful. A board official said on the condition of anonymity, “Gautam’s vision is very clear. He wants to build a team of the future and for this, if he has to take some tough decisions, he does not back down.”
Change in players’ functioning
The intensity of practice sessions has increased under Gambhir’s coaching. He himself spends hours at the nets and works closely on the technical shortcomings of every player. With his arrival the team Fielding Standards and Run-Running Improvement is also being seen. Gambhir believes that ‘aggression’ on the field should not be seen only in words but in the style of play.
Will this be a ‘Golden Era’ for Team India?
Under the captaincy of Gautam Gambhir, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) won the IPL title twice and with his mentorship, the team achieved success again in 2024. He now wants to bring this ‘winning mentality’ to the Indian national team. However, it will be interesting to see how his tough approach plays out in the upcoming big tournaments, such as the upcoming World Cup and Champions Trophy. At present, BCCI seems to be fully behind its ‘Head Master’ coach.