Gautam Gambhir Appointed as New Head Coach of Indian Cricket Team

 Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as the new head coach of the Indian men's cricket team.

• Gautam Gambhir new named for head coach of the Indian cricket team by the BCCI, as secretary Jay Shah inform on X (Formerly Twitter) on Tuesday evening. which trusted that he would bring "persistence and authority" to the place that was held with "amazing achievement" by Rahul Dravid as of not long ago. Gambhir's appearance isn't the main change in India's coaching setup, with the previous opening player additionally hoping to get his own instructing staff. While Abhishek Nayar, the associate mentor at Kolkata Knight Riders, is one of Gambhir's inclinations, he purportedly additionally needs previous India and former RCB's pacer R Vinay Kumar as the bowling coach in the Indian group.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary, Jay Shah, confirmed that Gambhir would join the team for the upcoming Sri Lanka series.

The team is due to tour Sri Lanka for a three match T20I series and three ODIs, starting on July 27.

The BCCI welcomed Gambhir as the new head coach, citing his vast experience and vision for the team.

Gambhir expressed his gratitude for being back as the head coach and aims to make every Indian proud.

The BCCI welcomed Gambhir's appointment, stating that he brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the game.

The BCCI had invited applications for India's head coach role on May 13, but discussions over Gambhir's remuneration and new demands have reportedly delayed the announcement.

Gambhir aims to bring "tenacity and leadership" to the position previously held by Rahul Dravid.

Gambhir has submitted the names of Abhishek Nayar as assistant coach and R Vinay Kumar as bowling coach to the BCCI.

Gambhir's tenure began with the Sri Lanka series and the BCCI needs to act quickly upon Gambhir's recommendations.

Gambhir's first assignment as India coach will be the tour of Sri Lanka for three T20Is and as many ODIs starting July 27.

Gautam Gambhir Appointed as New Head Coach of Indian Cricket Team

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Statistically Speaking: Kohli & Sharma's Symphony since WC 2011

The 2011 World Cup wasn't just a victory for India; it marked the dawn of a new era with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma as its young heroes. While Yuvraj Singh and Sachin Tendulkar stole the show then, Kohli and Sharma's rise in the years that followed has been nothing short of phenomenal. Here's a deeper look at their statistical symphony and its impact:

From Young Guns to Legends: Kohli & Sharma's Statistical Symphony after WC 2011

Early Days & Establishing Themselves (2011-2014):

• Kohli: The fiery right-hander announced his arrival with a bang. Here's a glimpse of his dominance:
• Tests (2011-2014): Matches - 40, Runs - 3292, Average - 58.04, Centuries - 13
• ODIs (2011-2014): Matches - 95, Runs - 4312, Average - 56.98, Centuries - 8
• Sharma: After a disappointing World Cup snub, Rohit found his calling as an opener. His elegant stroke play translated into:
• Tests (2011-2014): Matches - 23, Runs - 1470, Average - 40.59, Centuries - 4
• ODIs (2011-2014): Matches - 78, Runs - 3296, Average - 42.23, Centuries - 4 (including his record-breaking 264 in 2014)

Dominant Years & Captaincy Stints (2014-2020):

• Kohli: This period witnessed Kohli's metamorphosis into a batting colossus:
• Tests (2014-2020): Matches - 88, Runs - 7240, Average - 60.33, Centuries - 27 (Fastest to 10,000 ODI runs)
• ODIs (2014-2020): Matches - 227, Runs - 12344, Average - 59.33, Centuries - 38
• T20Is (2014-2020): Matches - 89, Runs - 3411, Average - 52.73 (Highest average in T20Is)
• Kohli's aggressive leadership led India to numerous series wins, but his captaincy style also attracted debate.
• Sharma: Rohit thrived under Kohli's captaincy, excelling as a white-ball opener:
• ODIs (2014-2020): Matches - 142, Runs - 6482, Average - 50.63, Centuries - 15 (Including 3 double centuries - a world record)
• T20Is (2014-2020): Matches - 84, Runs - 2853, Average - 36.91, Centuries - 4 (Most centuries in T20Is)
• Rohit led India to the 2018 Champions in Asia Cup & Nidhas Trophy title, showcasing his leadership potential.

• Later Rohit's drawn victory in Asia Cup 2023 played in Pakistan-Sri lanka hybrid basis and took in Final of ICC MENS ODIs WORLD CUP in 2023 played in India.

Ups & Downs, and a Changing Of the Guard (2020-2024):

• Kohli: A dip in form led to him stepping down from captaincy across formats. While a Test century in 2023 offered hope, questions remain about his return to peak form:
• Tests (2020-2024): Matches - 28, Runs - 1542, Average - 36.47, Centuries - 3
• ODIs (2020-2024): Matches - 73, Runs - 2763, Average - 37.85, Centuries - 2
• T20Is (2020-2024): Matches - 42, Runs - 724, Average - 17.24, Centuries – 0

 Sharma: Rohit took over the captaincy mantle and led India to a historic T20 World Cup win in 2024. He continues to be a prolific scorer, especially in white-ball formats:

·         Sharma’s Test stats for the recent period (2020-2024) to maintain balance:

• Sharma: Rohit took over the captaincy mantle and led India to a historic T20 World Cup win in 2024. He continues to be a prolific scorer, especially in white-ball formats:
• Tests (2020-2024): Matches - 15, Runs - 987, Average - 42.57, Centuries - 3

While questions linger about their future, Kohli and Sharma's legacy in Indian cricket is undeniable. The runs they scored, the records they shattered, and the inspiration they provided will continue to resonate for years to come.

Credit Notes:  Image used in blog from BBC SPORTS

Statistically Speaking: Kohli & Sharma's Symphony since WC 2011

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