England legend ‘Available’ to join Gautam Gambhir’s staff as Batting coach for Indian team

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are reported to be looking for a batting coach as Indian team failed to perform in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. The report has come after the Indian side lost 1-3 in a five-match Test series against Australia.

A Cricbuzz has stated that BCCI are making considerations about adding a new member to the support staff of head coach Gautam Gambhir.

“…a few names are being considered, including former domestic cricket heavyweights. However, no final decision has been made,” the report claimed, giving rise to speculations.

England cricketing legend Kevin Pietersen has thrown his name in for this specific post. Kevin posted that he is available to become India’s batting coach.

Available!

— Kevin Pietersen???? (@KP24) January 16, 2025

Indian team is currently preparing for the upcoming three-match PDI series against England, set to begin February 6. After that, the Men In Blue will travel to Dubai for the Champions Trophy 2025, set to begin February 19- with India’s first match against Bangladesh on February 20.

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