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Gillespie Rejects India Coaching Role: 'No Thanks'
2 Jan
Summary
- Jason Gillespie declined the India head coach position.
- Gillespie previously coached Pakistan's men's team for seven months.
- Gautam Gambhir is currently under pressure as India's Test coach.
Jason Gillespie has definitively ruled out taking over as India's head coach, responding to online speculation with a blunt 'No thanks.' The former Australian cricketer, who recently resigned after just seven months as Pakistan's men's team coach in November 2024, appears hesitant to step into another high-profile subcontinent role. His challenging experience with the Pakistan Cricket Board may have influenced this decision.
Currently, India's Test coach Gautam Gambhir is facing significant pressure following consecutive heavy defeats at home against New Zealand and South Africa. A user on X directly appealed to Gillespie to take the coaching position, citing the team's performance issues.
Gillespie's response, though brief, signals his lack of interest in the current opportunity. Despite this, he continues to be highly regarded for his coaching abilities in red-ball cricket, evidenced by his successful stints with Yorkshire and Sussex in county cricket.
