By Gautam Gambhir’s coaching style is expected to differ drastically from that of his predecessor, Rahul Dravid, who led the Indian team to victory in multiple formats. While Dravid was known for his calm and serene manner, Gambhir is typically considered a more aggressive and direct individual.
Aggressive Approach.
Gambhir’s coaching style has always been to prioritize the team over the individual, and he is well-known for taking a strong approach to on-field activity. This contrasted with Dravid’s more methodical approach, which centred on developing talent and creating a strong team culture.
Emphasis on Transition
As the Indian team enters a transitional period with the retirement of major players such as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma from T20 internationals, Gambhir’s role in blending veteran players with rising potential will be critical in maintaining India’s competitive advantage in the format.His success will be determined by his ability to develop team relationships and assist individual players, rather than relying exclusively on technical abilities.
Mentoring Experience
Despite not coaching at the domestic or international level, Gambhir has earned important experience as an IPL mentor for the Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants. This expertise and his combative approach are expected to influence his coaching style as he takes over the Indian T20 team.
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Challenges Ahead
Gambhir’s first assignment as head coach will be the T20I series against Sri Lanka, which will give an early indication of his coaching style and impact on the team. While his aggressive attitude may provide a new viewpoint for the team, it needs to be seen how the players will adjust to the new coaching environment and whether Gambhir can effectively negotiate the hurdles of coaching at the international level.
