Cricket: Gautam Gambhir as head coach – What can India expect from former batter and politician?

Gautam Gambhir is a man of many dimensions. From his days as a prolific opener for India to being a two-time Indian Premier League-winning captain, his journey has been remarkable. He has also served as a Member of Parliament, transitioned into commentary, and taken on the role of mentor for Lucknow Super Giants and Kolkata Knight Riders.

Now, he steps into the spotlight once more as the head coach of the Indian cricket team.

Understanding Gambhir is not easy. He is articulate, polished, and rarely smiles – but when he does, it expresses something significant. He is the same cricketer known for kicking a chair during an Indian Premier League match and also the same person who wore a dupatta and bindi to support the transgender community.

This year marks a new chapter for Gambhir as he stepped down from active politics to concentrate on his cricket commitments. Fresh off mentoring the Knight Riders to a trophy, he now bears the responsibility of guiding the Indian men's cricket team to new heights.

As the celebrations of the T20 World Cup victory settle down, Indian cricket prepares for a new era under the guidance of a player who once captained the national team.

Gambhir, the cricketer

Since his debut in 2003 to lifting the ICC T20 World Cup in...

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