Rishabh Pant, India’s talented wicketkeeper-batsman, recently opened up about his experiences playing under the coaching of both Gautam Gambhir and Rahul Dravid. Pant, who has worked closely with both during his career, revealed some interesting differences between their coaching styles. With Rahul Dravid stepping down from his role as India’s head coach, and Gambhir now taking over, Pant shared how the two legends of Indian cricket approach coaching in their unique ways.
Rahul Dravid took over as head coach of Team India in 2021, and during his time, India enjoyed great success. Under his guidance, India won the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2023 Asia Cup. The team also reached the finals of the World Test Championship and the ODI World Cup, solidifying Dravid’s legacy as a calm and balanced leader. After this successful stint, Dravid stepped down from his position, allowing Gautam Gambhir, another great cricketer from India, to take charge.
Pant explained in an interview with Jio Cinema that Rahul Dravid was a very calm and composed coach. He had a balanced approach to the game, which helped the players stay focused even in challenging situations. Dravid’s calmness made it easy for the team to perform under pressure, according to Pant.
However, Pant also shared that Gautam Gambhir, the new head coach, brings a different energy. Gambhir is known for his aggressive style, and Pant believes this comes across in his coaching as well. Gambhir is very determined about winning and pushes his players to give their best in every game. Pant described Gambhir as someone who is highly focused on achieving victory, no matter what it takes.
While discussing the two, Pant made it clear that both coaches have their strengths. Dravid’s calmness and Gambhir’s aggression both bring different qualities to the team. Pant believes that each player can take different lessons from both coaches depending on what they need to improve in their game. Pant’s remarks shed light on how every coach has a unique way of motivating their players, and how both styles can be effective.
Pant’s Cricket Journey Continues
Pant, who has been a key player for India in various formats, recently returned to cricket after recovering from a serious accident. He made his comeback during the 2024 T20 World Cup and played in the ODI series during the Sri Lanka tour. However, it has been almost two years since Pant played a Test match, and now he is focusing on making a strong return to India’s Test squad.
Pant had a disappointing performance in the first innings of the Duleep Trophy while playing for India B. He scored only 7 runs, which was far below expectations. However, Pant is still hopeful and determined to make a comeback in Test cricket. His most memorable moment in Tests was his remarkable 89-run innings against Australia in Brisbane, which led India to an unforgettable victory. Fans are eagerly waiting to see him perform again, especially in the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, which starts on September 19.
Rahul Dravid’s Return to Rajasthan Royals as Head Coach in IPL 2025
Dravid’s New Role in IPL
After stepping down from his role as India’s head coach, Rahul Dravid has taken on a new challenge. He is set to return to the Indian Premier League (IPL) as the head coach of Rajasthan Royals for the next season. This marks Dravid’s comeback to the franchise after nine years, and fans are excited to see what he will bring to the team.
As Pant continues to work under Gambhir’s guidance and Dravid embarks on his new journey, the Indian cricket world is buzzing with excitement.
