BCCI Secretary Jay Shah expressed his gratitude towards former India Head Coach Rahul Dravid for his successful tenure with the Indian cricket team. Shah commended Dravid for his key contributions in leading the team to victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 in Barbados and for reaching the finals of the 2023 ODI World Cup and the World Test Championship 2023. Dravid was praised for his leadership and strategic abilities in fostering a culture of excellence and unity within the team.
In a message on X (formerly Twitter), Shah thanked Rahul Dravid for his successful tenure as the Head Coach, acknowledging his role in making Team India a dominant force in all formats, including winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Shah also highlighted Dravid's talent-nurturing efforts and exemplary leadership, which have left a lasting legacy in the Indian dressing room.
After bidding farewell to Dravid, Shah announced Gautam Gambhir as the new head coach of the Indian cricket team. Shah expressed his confidence in Gambhir's skills and understanding of the modern-day cricket landscape, citing his extensive experience and expertise. Shah welcomed Gambhir as the ideal person to lead Indian cricket forward, acknowledging his success in various roles throughout his career.