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Xtra Time Web Desk: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has expressed his opinion that Gautam Gambhir would make a good coach for the Indian cricket team if he has indeed applied for the position. This comes amidst reports that Gambhir has shown interest in taking up the head coach role, with internal discussions ongoing within the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Gambhir recently demonstrated his coaching acumen by mentoring the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to their third Indian Premier League (IPL) title. KKR secured a dominant victory over the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), winning by 8 wickets in the final held at the M Chidambaram Stadium on May 26, Sunday.

While speaking at the inauguration of the International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference, Ganguly showcased his favour towards the team having an Indian coach.

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"I am in favour of an Indian coach. If he has applied, Gambhir will be a good coach," Ganguly said.

Gambhir’s successful stint with KKR, highlighted by this recent triumph, adds to his credentials and makes him a strong contender for the head coach position of the national team. His experience as a player and his recent achievements as a mentor could be invaluable in shaping the future of Indian cricket.

The speculation surrounding Sourav Ganguly potentially taking up the head coach role for the Indi The speculation surrounding Sourav Ganguly potentially taking up the head coach role for the Indian cricket team intensified midway through the IPL 2024 season. As Rahul Dravid’s tenure approaches its end in June, coinciding with the conclusion of the T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies, the BCCI has invited applications for the position, with a deadline set for May 27.

Although no formal offer has been made, discussions between the BCCI and Gautam Gambhir have progressed through informal channels. Despite Gambhir lacking prior coaching experience at the international level, his successful tenure as a mentor in the IPL has seemingly impressed the decision-makers within the BCCI.

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Gambhir’s credentials as a former World Cup winner and his recent mentoring achievements in the IPL appear to have convinced the BCCI officials that he could be a suitable candidate to take on the significant responsibility of head coach for the Indian cricket team.an cricket team intensified midway through the IPL 2024 season. As Rahul Dravid’s tenure approaches its end in June, coinciding with the conclusion of the T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies, the BCCI has invited applications for the position, with a deadline set for May 27.

Notably, BCCI secretary Jay Shah was spotted having a chat with Gambhir after KKR's emphatic win on the night of the final in Chennai. The informal chat was captured on TV cameras, which further added fuel to the speculation about the head coach job.

In a statement a few days ago, BCCI secretary Jay Shah also hinted that an Indian coach would be preferred.

"Finding the right coach for our national team is a meticulous and thorough process. We are focused on identifying individuals who possess a deep understanding of the Indian cricket structure and have risen through the ranks," Shah said.