Gambhir will assume his responsibilities beginning with the upcoming Sri Lanka series later this month.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially appointed former opening batsman Gautam Gambhir as the new head coach of the Indian team. Gambhir, who previously led the Kolkata Knight Riders to victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL), brings a wealth of experience and leadership to his new role.
Welcoming Gambhir to his new role, BCCI secretary Jay Shah wrote on 'X', "It is with immense pleasure that I welcome Mr @GautamGambhir as the new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team. Modern-day cricket has evolved rapidly, and Gautam has witnessed this changing landscape up close. Having endured the grind and excelled in various roles throughout his career, I am confident that Gautam is the ideal person to steer Indian Cricket forward."
Accepting his new role, the former opener, said, "India is my identity and serving my country has been the greatest privilege of my life. I’m honoured to be back, albeit wearing a different hat." He also assured, that "The men in blue shoulder the dreams of 1.4 billion Indians and I will do everything in my power to make these dreams come true!"
Gambhir will assume his responsibilities beginning with the upcoming Sri Lanka series later this month. Previous reports suggested that the delay in Gambhir's appointment was due to difficulties in finalizing his salary.
The BCCI's notification for the post outlined specific qualifications, including experience as a player or coach, BCCI certifications, age, and more. Additionally, the notification stated that the salary is negotiable and will be based on the candidate's experience.
Reports indicate that the two-time World Cup-winning player is set to earn an annual salary of Rs 10-12 crore. In addition to this substantial salary, the head coach of Team India will enjoy various perks such as accommodations in five-star hotels and business class flights. Furthermore, the head coach will receive a daily allowance of over Rs 20,000.
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