Gautam Gambhir, credited for KKR’s recent success, is reportedly set to become the head coach of the Indian men’s cricket team. He was in Kolkata last week to shoot his farewell video for KKR, indicating his imminent transition to the national team. Gambhir’s first assignment as India’s head coach will be the white-ball tour of Sri Lanka later this month.
Rahul Dravid Approached by KKR as Direct Swap for Gautam Gambhir with Lucrative Offer
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In an exciting development for cricket fans, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have reportedly approached Rahul Dravid with a lucrative offer to replace Gautam Gambhir as the mentor for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. This comes after Gambhir is set to become the new head coach of the Indian men’s cricket team, leaving a significant void in the KKR camp.
KKR’s Remarkable Comeback
KKR made a remarkable comeback in the 2024 IPL season, clinching their third title under the mentorship of Gautam Gambhir. After finishing seventh in the previous two seasons, Gambhir’s strategic acumen and leadership were pivotal in KKR’s resurgence. His departure to take on the head coach role for Team India necessitates a strong replacement, and the franchise seems to have set their sights on Rahul Dravid.
KKR has approached Rahul Dravid for the mentor’s post. (News18Bangla). pic.twitter.com/PkvLO31em4
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) July 9, 2024
Rahul Dravid recently stepped down as the head coach of the Indian cricket team, with his tenure ending on June 29. Despite facing setbacks in the World Test Championship final and the ODI World Cup final, Dravid led India to a triumphant T20 World Cup victory against South Africa in Barbados last month. His impressive coaching credentials make him an ideal candidate for KKR.
According to a report by News 18, Dravid has been approached by several IPL franchises, with KKR being one of the prominent contenders. The franchise is reportedly willing to offer Dravid a package more lucrative than his previous earnings as India’s head coach, which stood at INR 12 crore. This offer reflects KKR’s determination to secure Dravid’s expertise for the upcoming season.
Dravid’s Coaching Legacy
Since retiring from international cricket in 2012, Dravid has been deeply involved in coaching, earning a reputation for nurturing young talent. He was a mentor for Rajasthan Royals between 2014 and 2015 and played a key role as the head coach for India U-19 and A teams. Dravid’s coaching stint with the U-19 team saw them reach the final in 2016 and win the title in 2018, producing future stars like Rishabh Pant and Ishan Kishan. His mentorship extended to the Delhi IPL side in 2016, further solidifying his coaching legacy.
With KKR’s ambitious approach to securing Rahul Dravid as their new mentor, the franchise aims to build on its recent success and maintain its competitive edge in the IPL. Dravid’s potential involvement with KKR promises an exciting chapter for both the team and the fans as they look forward to the 2025 season.
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