Former Indian cricketer and commentator Sanjay Manjrekar recently shared his views on the chatter surrounding the appointment of Gautam Gambhir as the new head coach of the Indian cricket team. Manjrekar emphasized that, ultimately, it’s always about Indian cricket, regardless of who holds the coaching position.
Sanjay Manjrekar highlights to elevate Indian Cricket above individuals
Gambhir, who succeeded Rahul Dravid as head coach, has garnered significant attention and praise since his appointment. Fans and experts expect him to elevate Indian cricket to greater heights. However, Manjrekar urged everyone to recognize that the success of Indian cricket transcends any individual coach.
To emphasize his point, Manjrekar highlighted the coaches under whom India secured all four of their World Cup trophies in both ODIs and T20Is: Lalchand Rajput, Gary Kirsten, and Rahul Dravid. According to Manjrekar, the key factor is Indian cricket itself, not the specific coach. He encouraged fans to move away from the notion of a direct correlation between coaching appointments and success.
“No coach, Lalchand Rajput, Gary Kirsten & Dravid. Coaches when India won WCs in 1983, 2007, 2011 & 2023. It’s really about Indian cricket, not who the coach is. Time we stop thinking there is a direct correlation,” wrote Manjrekar on his X account.
No coach, Lalchand Rajput, Gary Kirsten & Dravid. Coaches when India won WCs in 1983, 2007, 2011 & 2023.
It’s really about Indian cricket, not who the coach is. Time we stop thinking there is a direct correlation.— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) July 27, 2024
As Gambhir takes charge, following India’s recent T20 World Cup victory, the focus remains on the team’s performance. The legacy of Indian cricket continues, shaped by collective efforts, player talent, and the unwavering passion of millions of fans across the country.
