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Gambhir's Unconventional Approach Pays Off as India Soars in T20Is
17 Aug
Summary
- Gambhir propels Suryakumar Yadav to T20I captaincy over Hardik Pandya
- Gambhir's vision to rebrand India's T20I team with specialist players
- Gambhir's focus on allrounders and 'every ball impact' strategy
In the past year, newly appointed India head coach Gautam Gambhir has been spearheading a transformation of the national T20I team. Gambhir, who took over the role earlier this year, has wasted no time in implementing his vision for the format.
One of Gambhir's first moves was to promote Suryakumar Yadav as the T20I captain, overlooking the more experienced Hardik Pandya. This decision reflects Gambhir's willingness to challenge the status quo and give opportunities to unheralded cricketers.
Gambhir has also set out to rebrand the Indian T20I team, focusing on building a squad of specialist players rather than relying on all-format stars. This approach has seen the inclusion of players like Ramandeep Singh and Mayank Yadav, who have brought a fresh dynamic to the team.
At the core of Gambhir's strategy is a focus on allrounders and an "every ball impact" mentality. He believes in breaking the game down into 120 deliveries, with each ball needing to have a tangible impact. This has led to the team's attacking brand of T20 cricket, which has been on display over the past 12 months.
As India prepares for the upcoming Asia Cup and the T20 World Cup, Gambhir's unconventional approach is set to be further tested. However, his success in leading Kolkata Knight Riders to two IPL titles as a captain, and now his early impact on the national team, suggest that he is well-equipped to guide India's T20I resurgence.
