Kallis praised Gambhir's cricketing acumen and aggressive approach to the game

In his statement on Thursday, former South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis shared his thoughts on Gautam Gambhir being appointed as the next head coach of the Indian Cricket Team. Kallis praised Gambhir's cricketing acumen and aggressive approach to the game, expressing confidence that he will bring value to the team and help the players learn and grow. Kallis wished Gambhir the best in his new role, while also jokingly hoping that he doesn't do too well against South Africa.

Gautam Gambhir, a former left-handed opener for Team India, previously served as the team mentor for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League 2024, helping them secure their third IPL trophy. His appointment as the new head coach of the Indian men's cricket team was announced by BCCI secretary Jay Shah, who expressed full confidence in Gambhir's ability to lead Indian cricket forward. Shah highlighted Gambhir's experience and vision for the team as key factors in his selection for the coveted coaching role.

The announcement of Gambhir as the new head coach comes following the conclusion of Rahul Dravid's tenure after leading Team India to victory in the T20 World Cup 2024. India defeated South Africa to claim the trophy, marking a historic moment for the team after 17 years. The BCCI has thrown its full support behind Gambhir as he embarks on this new journey as the head coach of the Indian Cricket Team.