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Shahid Afridi, the former Pakistan cricket team skipper, expressed his support for Gautam Gambhir, who was recently appointed as the new head coach of the Indian cricket team. Following the conclusion of Rahul Dravid’s tenure post the T20 World Cup 2024 victory, Gambhir will take charge starting from the upcoming T20I and ODI series against Sri Lanka. Afridi lauded Gambhir for his positive outlook and straightforward approach towards the sport, stating that it was a significant opportunity for the former Indian cricketer. Expressing his admiration for Gambhir’s aggression, legendary South African fast bowler Dale Steyn also praised the new head coach. Steyn commended Gambhir’s fierce on-field demeanor and his astute cricketing acumen, predicting that his coaching style would benefit players like Virat Kohli and other senior members of the team. With Gambhir set to lead the national side, the cricketing fraternity awaits the impact of his coaching strategies and the recruitment of a fresh support staff for the Indian team. The appointment of Gambhir as the head coach marks a new era in Indian cricket, with expectations high for his tenure to bring success and a renewed sense of vigor to the team.
