BCCI honourary secretary Jay Shah announced on Tuesday, 9 July that former India opener Gautam Gambhir has been named as the head coach of the Indian men’s national team. IndiaToday.in had confirmed in May that Gambhir was expected to take over the team from Rahul Dravid, who left his role after the conclusion of the T20 World Cup 2024. Back then sources had confirmed to the publication that Gambhir’s announcement was a mere formality.

The Cricket Advisory Committee comprising Mr Ashok Malhotra, Mr Jatin Paranjpe and Ms Sulakshana Naik on Tuesday unanimously recommended Mr Gautam Gambhir as the Head Coach of Team India (Senior Men). The former India batter will take charge from the upcoming away series against Sri Lanka where Team India are set to play 3 ODIs & 3 T20Is starting July 27, 2024.