Gautam Gambhir’s leadership was instrumental in Kolkata Knight Riders achieving significant success in the IPL, securing two titles in the past decade. Now, transitioning into the role of ‘Team Mentor,’ Gambhir aims to elevate the team’s performance beyond its current standing.
Gambhir’s track record showcases his ability to revitalize struggling teams, evident when he assumed leadership of KKR in the fourth IPL season after the team’s initial three seasons failed to yield knockout success.
Gautam Gambhir said: “I can assure you that whenever I leave this place (KKR), we will be in a much better position. I want to make one thing clear. I didn’t make KKR successful, KKR made me successful. KKR made me a leader.”
Expressing his gratitude towards KKR and its owner, Shah Rukh Khan, Gambhir acknowledges their unwavering support throughout the years. Known for his passionate and intense demeanour, Gambhir’s dynamic personality adds an intriguing dimension to his new role. It remains to be seen how he navigates his relationship with the equally temperamental yet successful domestic coach, Chandrakant Pandit.
Gambhir further said: “I’m a very tough guy to handle. I have to thank SRK (Shah Rukh) and (Venky) Mysore (Managing Director of KKR) for putting up with my tantrums all these years. He (SRK) told me the same thing that he had told me when I joined as a player. ‘This is your franchise, make it or break it.”
Gambhir’s commitment to KKR extends beyond mere words, as he seeks to leverage his experience and insights to guide the team towards greater heights. His tenure as captain not only brought victories but also instilled a sense of identity and resilience within the KKR camp.
As Gambhir embarks on this new journey, his dedication to the team’s success remains unwavering, setting the stage for a compelling collaboration with Pandit and a renewed chapter in KKR’s IPL journey.
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