In the Indian Premier League (IPL 2024), Gautam Gambhir took charge as the Kolkata Knight Riders won their third championship. He was also put forward by the experts as a candidate for the position of Head Coach for the men’s squad by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). He might have applied for the position, according to a few circulating stories. But in response to the pressing query, the former India opener has spoken up.
After T20 World Cup 2024 concludes by the end of June, incumbent India head coach Rahul Dravid’s stint would come to an end. Till December 31, 2027, the new head coach will be in charge of the Indian squad. Gambhir has resisted putting further petrol on the flames despite having previously expressed desire in assuming the important role. He has emphasised he is not in a difficult situation and claimed to be in a good place.
“It’s not that far ahead in my view. Asking me all these difficult questions, you are grilling me. Currently, it is challenging to respond. I’m content to be here and let’s celebrate the end of an amazing adventure, that’s all I have to say.
Gautam Gambhir was cited by NDTV Sports as adding, “I’m in a very happy space right now.”
“Everything will work itself out if your goal is to keep your team ahead of any one person. Should things not fall into place today, it will eventually do so tomorrow, if not today. Nevertheless, your team will only suffer if you begin to consider it or if you realise that you need to support one or two players in performing. Getting them to perform is not my job. It’s my responsibility as a mentor to see KKR through to victory “.
An organisation or system cannot tolerate discrimination: Gautam Gambhir K.K.R.’s performance in the 2024 Indian Premier League was outstanding, as they led the league standings throughout the league stages and defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad handily in the final. In contrast to some individual performances, the team had more heroes. According to Gautam Gambhir, in order for an organisation to succeed, it must treat all 11 players equally and without prejudice.
“The squad is what counts most in a team sport. People actually participate and do have a part to play. I believe that an incredible amount of success may be attained if 11 people are treated similarly, 11 individuals are respected equally, and everyone is treated equally, given the same respect, responsibility, and dignity. In an establishment or organisation, prejudice is not tolerated,” Gambhir said.