Former India opener Gautam Gambhir has returned to the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as their mentor for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. Gambhir, who led KKR to two titles in 2012 and 2014, will work closely with head coach Chandrakant Pandit. This marks Gambhir's emotional return to the team where his captaincy flourished.
Gambhir recently quit his role as the mentor of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and expressed his gratitude towards the players, coaches, and support staff of the franchise. He thanked Dr. Sanjiv Goenka, the owner of LSG, for his inspiring leadership and support. Gambhir had been an integral part of LSG since its inception in 2022, working alongside head coach Andy Flower.
During his previous association with KKR from 2011 to 2017, Gambhir achieved great success. The team won the IPL title twice, qualified for the playoffs five times, and reached the finals of the Champions League T20 in 2014. After leaving KKR, Gambhir played for the Delhi Capitals before joining LSG as their mentor.
KKR expressed their excitement about Gambhir's return and highlighted his historic contribution to the team. They mentioned that Gambhir's presence as a mentor will be invaluable in guiding the players and enhancing their performance.With Gambhir's vast experience and leadership skills, KKR aims to regain their winning form in the upcoming IPL season. The franchise believes that Gambhir's return will have a positive impact and inspire the team to achieve new heights.
Overall, Gambhir's return to KKR as their mentor has generated excitement among fans and is expected to have a significant influence on the team's performance in the IPL 2024 season.
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