Team India's new coaching staff led by Gautam Gambhir (x.com)
The Indian cricket team, historically rich with talent and achievement, is now experiencing a new era of leadership under the guidance of Gautam Gambhir, who has recently taken over as the head coach.
His appointment marks a significant transition from Rahul Dravid's impactful tenure which culminated with the T20 World Cup 2024 win. With the cricket world as its stage, Team India will look to rewrite its script with Gautam Gambhir leading the charge.
In this article, let’s take a detailed look at the current India National Cricket Team Coaches and their roles.
India Cricket Head Coach
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Gautam Gambhir (Twitter)
Announced by the BCCI in July 2024, Gautam Gambhir took on the role of the Indian Cricket Team’s head coach, replacing Rahul Dravid after a decorated tenure. Having steered his teams to remarkable victories during his playing days and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a title win in IPL 2024 as its mentor, Gambhir brought his tactical brilliance and hardened resolve to the coaching role.
Gambhir's leadership is expected to inject a fresh strategic approach to the team's dynamics. Soon after GG joined the team, the Men in Blue acquired the ICC Champions Trophy Title in 2025. Now, with veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retired, Gambhir will have a challenge stepping into the new era of Indian cricket.
India Bowling Coach
India Bowling Coach: Morne Morkel (X.com/@MR_CricAnalyst)
In August 2024, the South African legend Morne Morkel was appointed as the bowling coach of the Indian men’s cricket team. Morkel replaced Sairaj Bahutule, the interim coach who took the place after Paras Mhambrey’s termination.
Morkel’s name was suggested by Gautam Gambhir at the time of his appointment. Gambhir and Morkel worked for the Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL and the Durban Super Giants in the SA20 for two seasons (2022-23).
India Batting Coach
India Batting Coach: Sitanshu Kotak (X.com/@PKpanchal09)
In January 2025, Former Saurashtra batter and National Cricket Academy (NCA) batting coach Sitanshu Kotak replaced Abhishek Nayar in the Indian cricket team management.
Nayar’s expertise as the batting and assistant coach of the team came under the radar after the dreadful series loss against Australia earlier this year. According to a BCCI official’s confession to PTI, Abhishek Nayar's expertise wasn’t helping the players. Hence, Kotak, a specialist batting coach who has been around for a long time, can be trusted for the position.
India Fielding Coach
T. Dilip (X.com)
T. Dilip, continuing his role as the fielding coach, has been crucial in transforming the Indian team into a "well-oiled machine" in the field.
His innovative approaches, including the fielding medal ceremony and motivational post-game speeches, have not only boosted the team’s morale but also its on-field agility and sharpness.
FAQs: India National Cricket Team Coaches
Q.1. Who is the best coach of the Indian cricket team?
Ans. There’s no way to decide the definite “best” coach of the Indian cricket team. Over the years, the national team has had some exceptional coaches and support staff who have led the team to memorable victories. The list includes names such as Gary Kirsten, Ravi Shastri, Rahul Dravid, Gautam Gambhir, and so on.
Q.2. Who is the current Indian cricket team coach?
Ans. In July 2024, Gautam Gambhir replaced Rahul Dravid to become the Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team.
Q.3. Who is Virat Kohli's cricket coach?
Ans. Starting his cricketing journey at the West Delhi Cricket Academy, star Indian cricketer Virat Kohli was coached by Rajkumar Sharma.
Q.4. Why did Gautam Gambhir leave KKR?
Ans. IPL-winning captain and coach Gautam Gambhir left Kolkata Knight Riders as the coach after getting selected for the position of the Indian Cricket Team’s Head Coach.
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