Sourav Ganguly Ready to Coach Team India? Former BCCI President Breaks Silence

Sourav Ganguly, widely regarded as one of India’s best captains, is open to the idea of coaching the Indian men's cricket team.

Ganguly, who will turn 53 this July, worked as the team director of Delhi Capitals from 2018–19 to 2022–24. When asked by PTI if he would like to coach the Indian team, Ganguly said, “I never thought about it because I had to take on different roles.”

In a recent interview, Sourav Ganguly revealed that although he never seriously thought about becoming India’s coach before, it is something he might now consider.

“I never really thought about it because I took on different roles. I finished playing in 2013 and then became BCCI President. We’ll see what the future holds. I’m just 50 [53], so let’s see what happens. I’m open to it,” Ganguly said.

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Ganguly earlier worked as the Team Director of Delhi Capitals in the IPL from 2018–19 to 2022–24, where he brought his leadership and cricket knowledge to the team.

The Prince of Bengal also shared his thoughts on India’s current head coach, Gautam Gambhir. He praised Gambhir for his hard work and honest nature.

“Gautam is doing a good job. He started a bit slow, losing to Australia and New Zealand, but made a strong comeback with the Champions Trophy win in Dubai. This series against England will be important for him and the team,” Ganguly said.

Praising Gambhir’s honesty, Ganguly added, “I haven’t seen him closely in this role, but he is very straightforward and clear about his thoughts on the team, the players, and the people around him.

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"From the outside, you can tell he is transparent — what you see is what you get,” he said. Ganguly, who played with Gambhir during his career, said he is confident the young coach will continue to improve in his role.

“I’ve played with him — he was always respectful toward me and the senior players. Even now, I can see he is very passionate about his job.

Former captain Sourav Ganguly says he is open to coaching the Indian team in the future.

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"He’s only a year into the role, and this England tour will be important. He faced some challenges in Australia, but like everyone else, he will learn and get better,” he added.

Ganguly believes Gambhir should be given time to grow and improve as a coach.

“I wish him all the best. He has only been in the job for a year, and this England tour will be important. He struggled a bit in Australia, but like everyone else, he will learn, grow, and improve,” Ganguly said.