The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) needed Ashish Nehra as head coach for the T20I format following the T20 World Cup 2024 arising subsequent 12 months however the Indian refused the provide, as per a report from Indian Express. Meanwhile, Rahul Dravid has signed an extension contract after his contract expired on the finish of 2023 ODI World Cup. The T20 World Cup might be performed within the USA and West Indies from June subsequent 12 months.
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Nehra had impressed as head coach within the final two years of the Indian Premier League with Gujarat Titans. In their debut season his crew gained the IPL and the next 12 months they have been finalists alongside Chennai Super Kings who ultimately gained the 2023 season underneath the management of MS Dhoni. (WATCH: MS Dhoni’s James Bond Moment; Behind The Wheel Of Mercedes G Class)
Gambhir Applauds Dravid’s Contract Extension
Former India opener participant Gautam Gambhir applauded the contract extension of Rahul Dravid as Team India’s head coach and believes it’s promising information for the nationwide aspect because the “T20 World Cup is around the corner.”
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Wednesday introduced the extension of contracts for Dravid and the assist workers of Team India (Senior Men). Dravid’s second stint with Team India would be the tour of South Africa from December 10, which can have three ODIs and T20Is every and two Tests. The purple-ball leg will begin from December 26. Following that might be a 5-match Test sequence in opposition to England at house, earlier than the ICC T20 World Cup in June in West Indies/USA.
Gambhir expects Team India to proceed its domination and play good cricket. The former opener emphasises that the T20 format is completely different it is going to be difficult and hope that Rahul and the supporting workers can ship.
Batting coach Vikram Rathour, fielding coach T Dilip and bowling coach Paras Mhambrey will proceed their stint with Team India as BCCI additionally prolonged contracts of the assist workers of Team India. ((Rahul Dravid’s Stint As Team India’s Head Coach Extended, Confirms BCCI))
“It’s a good thing because the T20 World Cup is around the corner and you don’t want to change the entire support staff, and it is good that Rahul has accepted it. Hopefully, we can continue to dominate and play good cricket, what India has done for a long period of time. The T20 format is different and challenging and hopefully, Rahul and the support staff can deliver. Congratulations to them,” Gambhir instructed ANI.
Dravid changed Ravi Shastri following a disappointing ICC T20 World Cup marketing campaign in 2021, which noticed India exit within the Super 12 stage. He was appointed for a two-12 months time period, which ended with India’s runners-up end within the lately concluded ICC Cricket World Cup at house.
On the contract extension, Dravid stated, “The last two years with Team India have been thoroughly memorable. Together, we have witnessed the highs and lows, and throughout this journey, the support and camaraderie within the group have been phenomenal. I am genuinely proud of the culture we have set in the dressing room. It’s a culture that stands resilient, whether in moments of triumph or adversity. The skills and talent that our team possesses are phenomenal, and what we’ve stressed is following the right process and sticking to our preparations, which has had a direct impact on the overall result.”
“I thank the BCCI and the Office Bearers for placing their trust in me, endorsing my vision, and providing support during this period. The demands of this role necessitate considerable time away from home, and I deeply appreciate my family’s sacrifices and support. Their instrumental role behind the scenes has been invaluable. As we embrace new challenges post the World Cup, we remain committed to the pursuit of excellence,” he added. (With ANI inputs)
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