Sourav Ganguly's statement came just two days after he took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to highlight the significance of a good coach.
Speculations are rife that Gautam Gambhir is all but certain to become the new head coach of the Indian men's cricket team
taking over the reins from Rahul Dravid after his tenure ends post the 2024 T20 World Cup. On Thursday, former India captain Sourav Ganguly sent an indirect "choose the coach wisely"
message to BCCI which instantly went viral. Two days hence, Ganguly cautioned Gambhir with a mention on his IPL 2024 title win as the mentor of Kolkata Knight Riders.
However, after BCCI secretary clarified that the board wants an Indian to take over the head coach position, given that he would know better about the domestic structure,
Gambhir emerged as the favourite. And his stocks quickly rose after he inspired the KKR side to a third IPL title win in history this season.
“He is passionate, he is honest...he is a very good candidate. There is indeed a difference between coaching or mentoring a franchise, and coaching an international team, that too a high-profile team like India.
But I am sure Gautam will know it and is aware of it. He will know how to deal with stars like Virat and Rohit, and will surely adapt himself to the culture of the change room.
It is not just about pushing your own thoughts. He will, I am sure, think and carry the change room with himself,” he said.
Ganguly's words came just two days after he took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to highlight the significance of a good coach. "The coach's significance in one's life, their guidance, and relentless training shape the future of any person, both on and off the field