Major Changes Expected in IPL Coaching Set-up
The upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to witness significant changes in the coaching staff of several franchises. High-profile departures and new appointments are expected as teams prepare for IPL 2025.
Key Departures from KKR and Delhi Capitals
Several coaching changes have already been confirmed. Gautam Gambhir, Abhishek Nayar, and Ryan ten Doeschate have left Kolkata Knight Riders to join the Indian team’s coaching staff. Ricky Ponting has concluded his tenure as head coach of Delhi Capitals, adding to the wave of changes.
Uncertainty in Gujarat Titans’ Coaching Staff
According to a report from News18 CricketNext, the Gujarat Titans (GT) may also see a major reshuffle in their support staff. Head coach Ashish Nehra and Director of Cricket Vikram Solanki are likely to leave the franchise ahead of IPL 2025. This speculation follows GT’s disappointing performance last season, where they finished eighth under Shubman Gill’s captaincy. Nehra and Solanki had joined GT in IPL 2022 and led the team to their maiden title in their debut season, a remarkable achievement. However, the latest season saw them struggling without all-rounder Hardik Pandya and injured bowler Mohammad Shami.
Yuvraj Singh in Consideration
The report indicates that GT is in discussions with Yuvraj Singh to join their coaching staff. Although Yuvraj shares a strong bond with GT skipper Shubman Gill and has mentored him in the past, he lacks IPL coaching experience. A source close to the developments mentioned, “Lot of changes on the cards. Ashish Nehra and Vikram Solanki are highly likely to move on, and discussions around Yuvraj Singh have already begun. Nothing is finalised right now but there could be some major changes in the coaching staff of the Gujarat Titans.”
Other Potential Departures from GT
Gary Kirsten, who served as the Titans’ assistant coach for the past three seasons, has already parted ways and taken up the head coach role for the Pakistan cricket team. Other members of the Titans’ coaching staff, including Aashish Kapoor, Naeem Amin, Narender Negi, and Mithun Manhas, are also expected to leave if Nehra and Solanki depart.
Conclusion
As IPL 2025 approaches, the coaching landscape of the league is poised for dramatic changes. With seasoned coaches moving on and new faces potentially stepping in, the upcoming season promises to be one of transition and fresh strategies.(Dubai7-Realmoneygame)