Gautam Gambhir, the former World Cup winner and three-time IPL champion (twice as a player, once as a mentor), has been the center of speculation lately. After guiding the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to their third IPL title last week, Gambhir’s name has been widely mentioned as a potential successor to the current India head coach, Rahul Dravid.
Gambhir’s Plans Post-IPL 2024
In light of this remarkable achievement, Gambhir has disclosed his immediate future plans. Instead of diving headfirst into new challenges, the current KKR mentor has chosen to take a well-deserved break and spend quality time with his family. In a conversation with Sportskeeda, when asked about his future plans, Gambhir responded, “Look, for me what is next is the vacation with my girls and my wife. I am looking forward to it because that is the one thing from which you can rejuvenate and not think about cricket. What’s better than spending time with your family?”
Speculation Surrounding Gambhir’s Future
While Gambhir’s vacation plans might seem like a well-earned respite after a grueling IPL season, the Indian cricket community is buzzing with speculation about his future endeavors. Rumors suggest that the former Indian opener is the frontrunner for the India head coach role. However, there are also reports that Shah Rukh Khan wants Gambhir to stay with KKR for as long as ten years!
The cricketing world waits with bated breath to see what lies ahead for Gautam Gambhir. Whether he takes up the mantle of India’s head coach or continues to shape the future of KKR, his impact on the game is undeniable.
