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India Legend In Talks To Replace Ashish Nehra As Gujarat Titans Coach For IPL 2025: Report

Gujarat Titans are likely to part ways with head coach Ashish Nehra and Director of Cricket Vikram Solanki ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, according to a report by News18. Nehra and Solanki have been a part of the Gujarat Titans franchise since its debut back in 2022 when they won the title. They finished runners-up in 2023 after they were defeated by Chennai Super Kings in a thrilling final encounter. Legendary India cricketer Yuvraj Singh is being considered as the choice to replace Nehra but no final decision has been made as of now. There are also no reports regarding backroom staff changes.

"Parchi": Ex-Pakistan Star's Explosive Allegation On Gautam Gambhir

Gautam Gambhir was appointed Indian cricket team head coach after Rahul Dravid's tenure ended following the T20 World Cup 2024 triumph. It was a fresh chapter for the team as the trio of Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, and Rohit Sharma also announced their retirement from T20Is. While the names of WV Raman and National Cricket Academy (NCA) chief VVS Laxman did make the rounds, Gambhir ultimately emerged as the top contender. While the move was welcomed by the majority of experts and fans, former Pakistan cricketer Tanveer Ahmed believes that Gambhir did not deserve the role.

Watch: Hardik Pandya Ends T20I Captaincy Chatter With Big Gesture For Suryakumar Yadav

As India's captaincy in the shortest format remains the biggest talking point, the well-wishers of Indian cricket wonder how the change in leadership could impact the relationship between Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya. Though the BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar revealed that Hardik was spoken to before the T20I captaincy was handed over to Suryakumar, concerns still remain over the leadership dynamics in the team. However, Hardik put all such talks to bed with his big gesture as the two left for Sri Lanka, for a white-ball series.

Axar Patel Backs Captain Suryakumar Yadav, To Have Conversation With Gautam Gambhir About Role

India all-rounder Axar Patel has backed Suryakumar Yadav's appointment as Team India's new T20I captain, calling him a "bowler's captain". Suryakumar Yadav - fondly called SKY - was appointed India's captain in the shortest format following the retirement of Rohit Sharma from T20Is after India's victorious T20 World Cup 2024. Now, Axar has spoken out in support of his new captain, sharing anecdotes about his experience with him. He has also mentioned that he will have conversations with new coach Gautam Gambhir regarding his role in the side.

"Hardik Pandya Would Say This Is The Best For Me": Robin Uthappa On T20I Captaincy Twist

Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has said that Hardik Pandya should not feel hard done by for not being given a captaincy role for Team India, and should instead look at the bigger picture. Uthappa stated that, knowing Hardik personally, the latter would also think that the decision has been taken keeping the best for Hardik in mind. After the appointment of new coach Gautam Gambhir, Pandya was retained in no leadership roles in the white-ball formats, with his fitness and availability being the major reason behind it, according to chief selector Ajit Agarkar.

"Always Amuses Me...": Ex-Baroda Coach Blasts Hardik Pandya For Absence From Domestic Cricket

Things are not going well for India all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who is facing numerous issues in his both personal and professional life. Few days back, his wife Natasa Stankovic broke the news of separation on her social media. Two days later, Suryakumar Yadav surpassed him to become India's captain for the upcoming T20Is against Sri Lanka. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar and new head coach Gautam Gambhir have stated that the selection committee is concerned about Hardik's fitness and is looking for a long-time captain. To everyone's surprise, Hardik will be featuring for his home team Baroda in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy as BCCI wants to monitor his fitness in the ODI format.

Gautam Gambhir Takes Charge As India Hit The Ground In Sri Lanka Ahead Of White-Ball Series

The new head coach Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday took charge of the Indian men's cricket team as the visitors hit the ground running in their first practice session in Pallekele, ahead of three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka. Gambhir, who replaced the legendary Rahul Dravid at the helm, led the team to the ground and oversaw the training session which included fielding drills and sessions with the players. The training session was mostly around running, catching and one-on-one interactions. The new T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav was also involved in an interaction with the players.

Gautam Gambhir Carries Souvenir From KKR In First Practice As India Head Coach - Watch

The newly-appointed Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir will begin his tenure with the tour of Sri Lanka which consists of 3 T20Is and 3 ODIs. Ahead of the T20I series starting Saturday, Gambhir had his first practice session with the cricketers since his appointment.

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India Legend In Talks To Replace Ashish Nehra As Gujarat Titans Coach For IPL 2025: Report

"Parchi": Ex-Pakistan Star's Explosive Allegation On Gautam Gambhir

Watch: Hardik Pandya Ends T20I Captaincy Chatter With Big Gesture For Suryakumar Yadav

Axar Patel Backs Captain Suryakumar Yadav, To Have Conversation With Gautam Gambhir About Role

"Hardik Pandya Would Say This Is The Best For Me": Robin Uthappa On T20I Captaincy Twist

"Always Amuses Me...": Ex-Baroda Coach Blasts Hardik Pandya For Absence From Domestic Cricket

Gautam Gambhir Takes Charge As India Hit The Ground In Sri Lanka Ahead Of White-Ball Series

Gautam Gambhir Carries Souvenir From KKR In First Practice As India Head Coach - Watch