Gautam Gambhir's discusses selection strategy as India's head coach
Gautam Gambhir, the new head coach of the Indian cricket team, has opened up about his selection strategy. In a chat with Jio Cinema, he made it clear that his approach is all about inclusion instead of exclusion. This viewpoint is meant to create a nurturing environment for both experienced players and budding talents in the team. Here are further details.
Gambhir addresses selection challenges
With stars like Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, and Rishabh Pant back in the national side, there's been a lot of chatter about the impact on young talents. Guys like Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel had their moments in the spotlight when these seniors weren't around. Now, former Indian opener Gambhir has weighed in on the debate, pointing out how tough it is to pick just 11 from India's treasure trove of talent.
Gambhir's take on player selection
Gambhir emphasized that the team management's focus is not on dropping players but on picking the best combination for every single match. "A lot of people from outside might think that he's been dropped, but it's not about dropping someone. It's about selecting someone else to do the job for the team," he said. Gambhir also pointed out that sometimes, players have to wait longer than expected for their opportunities.
Gambhir's tenure as head coach
Since stepping into Rahul Dravid's shoes, Gambhir has guided the team to a T20I series whitewash against Sri Lanka in August 2023. However, the team took a hit in the following ODI series. The ongoing Test series against Bangladesh has kicked off on a positive note with India clinching the first match in Chennai. But, the second Test in Kanpur is currently dealing with weather-related hiccups.
Gambhir promises clear communication with players
Gambhir has promised to keep the lines of communication open with all players, especially those gunning for a spot in the Indian team. He made it clear that during his time, the goal isn't to drop anyone but to pick the best possible XI. He also highlighted the importance of unity in communication between him, skipper Rohit Sharma, and chief selector Ajit Agarkar.
