Former Pakistani fast bowler Wasim Akram has publicly endorsed Gautam Gambhir for the position of India’s head cricket coach.
Former Pakistani fast bowler Wasim Akram has publicly endorsed Gautam Gambhir for the position of India’s head cricket coach. Akram lauded Gambhir’s cricketing intellect and leadership abilities, asserting that his strategic mind and deep understanding of the game make him a prime candidate for the role. Despite Gambhir’s limited coaching experience at the international level, Akram believes his successful tenure as captain of Kolkata Knight Riders, where he led the team to two IPL titles, showcases his potential as a coach.
Gambhir, a key player in India’s 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup victories, has demonstrated significant leadership and mentoring skills in his current role with the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly reached out to Gambhir to gauge his interest in the coaching position as Rahul Dravid’s tenure concludes post the 2024 T20 World Cup.
Akram’s endorsement highlights Gambhir’s potential to inspire and lead the Indian cricket team, bringing a fresh perspective and strategic acumen to the coaching role. As the cricketing community awaits the BCCI’s decision, Akram’s support adds a significant voice to the conversation about Gambhir’s suitability for one of cricket’s most prestigious coaching positions.