Kapil Dev Questions 'Coach' Role, Calls Gambhir a 'Manager' Amidst Criticism

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News18•18-12-2025, 23:21
Kapil Dev Questions 'Coach' Role, Calls Gambhir a 'Manager' Amidst Criticism
- •Kapil Dev stated that the head coach's role in modern cricket is more about 'managing' players than traditional coaching.
- •He questioned how Gautam Gambhir, who is not Team India's coach, could be a coach for specialists like spinners or wicketkeepers.
- •Kapil emphasized that a manager encourages and builds trust with young players, rather than teaching specific skills.
- •He believes a strong defense, like Sunil Gavaskar's, is key for aggressive T20 batting.
- •Former captain Mithali Raj also shared her emotional experience of India winning the World Cup at home.
Why It Matters: Kapil Dev redefines the 'coach' role as 'manager', questioning its traditional scope in modern cricket.
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