With a surprise pick, Gautam Gambhir, the newly appointed head coach of the Indian cricket team, has made a strong case for the inclusion of Ryan ten Doeschate in his support staff. This is a significant development, given the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) recent preference for Indian personnel in the coaching crew.
Gambhir’s admiration for ten Doeschate is not new, as he has often praised the Dutch international for his selfless nature and dedication to the game.
Ryan ten Doeschate’s impressive credentials are well-documented. As the fielding coach of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), he played a key role in the team’s championship-winning 2024 season.
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His versatility has seen him take on various roles in different T20 leagues, including the Caribbean Premier League, Major League Cricket, and ILT20. This experience would be invaluable to the Indian team as they look to improve their performances in different formats.
Gambhir called Ryan ten Doeschate a selfless human:
Gambhir’s glowing praise for ten Doeschate is not limited to his cricketing skills. The former India batsman has described him as “the most selfless human being he has ever met”, someone he would “even be ready to take a bullet for”. This endorsement speaks volumes about ten Doeschate’s character and work ethic, and it’s no surprise that Gambhir wants him on his team.
The BCCI has reportedly expressed interest in retaining T Dilip as the fielding coach, which could see ten Doeschate take on an assistant coach role. However, this may require some adjustments to be made, particularly if Abhishek Nayar is also brought on board as an assistant coach.
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It remains to be seen how this situation plays out, but one thing is clear: Ryan ten Doeschate has won over Gautam Gambhir’s heart, and his inclusion in the Indian team could have a significant impact on their performance.
As KKR prepares to lose at least three members of its coaching staff, it will be interesting to see how this development pans out. One thing is certain – Ryan ten Doeschate is a talented and dedicated cricket professional who deserves a chance to make his mark at the highest level.
