{"id":9770,"date":"2023-09-25T14:18:51","date_gmt":"2023-09-25T07:18:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/7cric.com\/blog\/?p=9770"},"modified":"2023-09-25T15:10:33","modified_gmt":"2023-09-25T08:10:33","slug":"india-national-cricket-team-coaches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/india-national-cricket-team-coaches\/","title":{"rendered":"India National Cricket Team Coaches"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Rahul Dravid, currently holding the esteemed position of team India head coach, ranks 24th among the India National Cricket Team coaches who have steered the squad throughout the past hundred years.<\/p>\n<p>The momentous day of June 25, 1932, marked India&#8217;s recognition as a Test-playing nation, joining the elite ranks of countries like <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/england-cricket-team\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >England<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/australia-national-cricket-team\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >Australia<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/south-africa-national-cricket-team\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >South Africa<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/west-indies\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >West Indies<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/new-zealand-national-cricket-team\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >New Zealand<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Interestingly, for an extended period, the India National Cricket Team coaches role was non-existent, with the team relying on a manager to oversee the behind-the-scenes activities.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a comprehensive rundown of the India National Cricket Team coaching staff and managers since 1971, showcasing the best cricket coaching in India.<\/p>\n<div class=\"summary-keytakeaways\"><div class=\"summary-heading\"><h2>Key Takeaways in This Article<\/h2><span class=\"toggle-summary\" data-action=\"show\">Show<\/span><\/div><div class=\"summary-isi\" style=\"display:none;\"><ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>India National Cricket Team Coaches List<\/strong>:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Keki Tarapore<\/strong>: The pioneering figure among India National Cricket Team coaches. He took on the role of team India head coach in 1971.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>PR Man Singh<\/strong>: Under his leadership, India won their first ICC World Cup.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Ajit Wadekar<\/strong>: Coached the team between 1992 and 1996 and played a significant role during the 1996 ICC Cricket World Cup.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Kapil Dev<\/strong>: Had a controversial time as the Indian Cricket Team coach, marked by series losses and allegations of involvement in bribery.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>John Wright<\/strong>: The team's first coach from outside of India. Under his guidance, India reached the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup finals.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Greg Chappell<\/strong>: His tenure was marked by turbulence, including public discord with then-captain Sourav Ganguly.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Gary Kirsten<\/strong>: The first foreign India coach and World Cup winner. Under his guidance, India won the World Cup in 2011.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Ravi Shastri<\/strong>: Under his guidance, India maintained the no. 1 Test team position globally for 42 months from 2016 to 2020.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Rahul Dravid<\/strong>: The current coach of the Indian Cricket Team as of 2021-2023.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Historical Context<\/strong>:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>India was recognized as a Test-playing nation on June 25, 1932.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>For a long time, the role of the India National Cricket Team coach was non-existent, with the team relying on a manager.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>The position of team India head coach saw a shift towards stability by 1992, with coaches secured under extended contracts.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Notable Moments<\/strong>:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Kapil Dev's tenure faced challenges, including India's inability to reach knockout rounds in World Cups and the match-fixing scandal.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>John Wright's tenure saw iconic moments like India's victory in the 2001 Kolkata Test against Australia.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Ravi Shastri's coaching statistics are commendable, with significant successes against Australia and the rise of pace bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>India National Cricket Team Coaches List<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9789\" src=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/India-National-Cricket-Team-coaches-1.webp\" alt=\"India National Cricket Team coaches\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" title=\"-\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/India-National-Cricket-Team-coaches-1.webp 1366w, https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/India-National-Cricket-Team-coaches-1-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/India-National-Cricket-Team-coaches-1-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/India-National-Cricket-Team-coaches-1-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We have also embedded data in the form of a table about the best India National Cricket Team coaches of all time that cricket enthusiasts like you should indeed be aware of.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Serial No<\/th>\n<th>Team India Head Coach<\/th>\n<th>Duration<\/th>\n<th>Nationality<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>1<\/td>\n<td>Keki Tarapore<\/td>\n<td>1971<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2<\/td>\n<td>Hemu Adhikari<\/td>\n<td>1971 \u2013 1974<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3<\/td>\n<td>Gulabrai Ramchand<\/td>\n<td>1975<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<td>Datta Gaekwad<\/td>\n<td>1978<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5<\/td>\n<td>Salim Durrani<\/td>\n<td>1980 \u2013 1981<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>6<\/td>\n<td>Ashok Mankad<\/td>\n<td>1982<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>7<\/td>\n<td>PR Man Singh<\/td>\n<td>1983 \u2013 1987<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>8<\/td>\n<td>Chandu Borde<\/td>\n<td>1988 \u2013 1989 &amp; 2007<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>9<\/td>\n<td>Bishen Singh Bedi<\/td>\n<td>1990 \u2013 1991<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>10<\/td>\n<td>Abbas Ali Baig<\/td>\n<td>1991 \u2013 1992<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>11<\/td>\n<td>Ajit Wadekar<\/td>\n<td>1992 \u2013 1996<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>12<\/td>\n<td>Sandeep Patil<\/td>\n<td>1996<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>13<\/td>\n<td>Madan Lal<\/td>\n<td>1996 \u2013 1997<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>14<\/td>\n<td>Anshuman Gaekwad<\/td>\n<td>1997 \u2013 1999<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>15<\/td>\n<td>Kapil Dev<\/td>\n<td>1999 &#8211; 2000<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>16<\/td>\n<td>John Wright<\/td>\n<td>2000 \u2013 2005<\/td>\n<td>New Zealand<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>17<\/td>\n<td>Greg Chappell<\/td>\n<td>2005 \u2013 2007<\/td>\n<td>Australia<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>18<\/td>\n<td>Ravi Shastri<\/td>\n<td>2007, 2015, 2017 \u2013 2021<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>19<\/td>\n<td>Lalchand Rajput<\/td>\n<td>2007 \u2013 2008<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>20<\/td>\n<td>Gary Kirsten<\/td>\n<td>2008 \u2013 2011<\/td>\n<td>South Africa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>21<\/td>\n<td>Duncan Fletcher<\/td>\n<td>2011 \u2013 2015<\/td>\n<td>Zimbabwe<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>22<\/td>\n<td>Sanjay Bangar (Interim)<\/td>\n<td>2016<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>23<\/td>\n<td>Anil Kumble<\/td>\n<td>2016 \u2013 2017<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<td>Rahul Dravid<\/td>\n<td>2021-2023<\/td>\n<td>India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><strong>India National Cricket Team Coaches &#8211;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Keki Tarapore<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Hailing from Karnataka, Keki Tarapore wasn&#8217;t just known as a cricketer but emerged as one of the pioneering figures among India National Cricket Team coaches.<\/p>\n<p>While his tenure in first-class cricket was brief, marked by a singular <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/ranji-trophy\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >Ranji Trophy<\/a> appearance, it was his coaching prowess that garnered widespread admiration.<\/p>\n<p>Elevating the stature of the India National Cricket Team coaches, in 1971, Tarapore took on the critical responsibility of team India head coach, a role that cemented his reputation in the Indian cricketing sphere.<\/p>\n<p>His appointment to this significant post was indicative of his unmatched skills and insight into the game.<\/p>\n<div class=\"artikelterkait\"><div class=\"judul\">Also read:<\/div><div class=\"isi\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/india-national-cricket-team-coaches\/\" id=\"internal-link-klik\" target=\"_blank\">India National Cricket Team Coaches<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/india-national-cricket-team-captains\/\" id=\"internal-link-klik\" target=\"_blank\">India National Cricket Team Captains: The Best Captain in History<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/india-national-cricket-team-players\/\" id=\"internal-link-klik\" target=\"_blank\">India National Cricket Team Players: Player List From Year to Year<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/golden-bat-award\/\" id=\"internal-link-klik\" target=\"_blank\">Golden Bat Award: Only Great Cricketer Can Win It<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/golden-ball-award\/\" id=\"internal-link-klik\" target=\"_blank\">Golden Ball Award: Achievements For Talented Cricketers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<p>For those chronicling the milestones of Indian cricket, Tarapore&#8217;s name is inscribed as a pioneer, initiating a new epoch in the art of coaching at the apex level of the India National Cricket Team.<\/p>\n<p>This marked the genesis of a coaching legacy that would guide and shape the careers of numerous cricketers, raising the bar for the best cricket coaching in India.<\/p>\n<p>Under Tarapore&#8217;s stewardship, the trajectory of Indian cricket was steered towards unparalleled success.<\/p>\n<p>His influence continues to resonate within the India National Cricket Team coaching staff, serving as an eternal flame that inspires countless individuals aspiring to coach.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PR Man Singh: India won the first ICC World Cup under him<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Under the leadership of PR Man Singh, who served as the team manager and not exactly a coach, the <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/india-national-cricket-team\" rel=\"dofollow\" >India National Cricket Team<\/a> achieved the prestigious accomplishment of clinching their first <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/international-cricket-council\" rel=\"dofollow\" >ICC<\/a> World Cup.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" title=\"Over\" href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/wiki\/over\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow noopener\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Over<\/a> the preceding 12 years, post Tarapore&#8217;s guidance, the direction of the India Cricket Team coaching staff underwent noticeable transformations.<\/p>\n<p>It became a trend for the team to lean on the expertise of ex-players, and the team India head coach position saw a shift towards stability.<\/p>\n<p>By the dawn of 1992, the best cricket coaching in India witnessed a pivotal change. The India National Cricket Team coaches were now secured under extended contracts, moving away from short-term tour-based assignments.<\/p>\n<p>In this era, the position of team India head coach was graced by individuals like Chandu Borde and Bishan Singh Bedi.<\/p>\n<p>As a result of the new direction, renowned India National Cricket Team coaches figures like Ajit Wadekar, Sandeep Patil, and Madan Lal were brought on board with longer commitments, further enriching the legacy of coaching in Indian cricket.<\/p>\n<h3>India&#8217;s Coach for the 1996 ICC Cricket World Cup Was Ajit Wadekar<\/h3>\n<p>Ajit Wadekar, celebrated among the India National Cricket Team coaches, took charge of the team between 1992 and 1996.<\/p>\n<p>As the pivotal India National Cricket Team coaches, he played a significant role in guiding the squad during the 1996 ICC Cricket <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/series\/world-cup\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >World Cup<\/a>, alongside captain Mohammed Azharuddin.<\/p>\n<p>His unique position in the best cricket coaching in India is further solidified by his diverse roles \u2013 a standout Test player, a formidable captain, the team India head coach, and notably, the chairman of selectors.<\/p>\n<p>Within the lineage of the India National Cricket Team coaching staff, names like Lala Amarnath and Chandu Borde shine alongside Wadekar, marking their multifaceted contributions to Indian cricket.<\/p>\n<h3>Kapil Dev&#8217;s Controversial Time As Indian Cricket Team Coach<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/kapil-dev-on-india-journey-to-world-cup-2023\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >Kapil Dev<\/a>, an icon in the annals of the India National Cricket Team coaches, faced a tumultuous period during his coaching tenure.<\/p>\n<p>Following the Indian team&#8217;s inability to reach the knockout rounds in the 1996 and 1999 World Cups, the <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/board-of-control-for-cricket-in-india\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >BCCI<\/a> ushered in Kapil Dev, India&#8217;s revered World Cup-winning captain, replacing Anshuman Gaekwad in the role of the India National Cricket Team coaches.<\/p>\n<p>Initiating his role as team India head coach, he marked a home series victory against New Zealand. However, subsequent series saw India facing defeats against Australia abroad and a home Test series loss to South Africa with <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" title=\"Sachin Tendulkar\" href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/player\/sachin-tendulkar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow noopener\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Sachin Tendulkar<\/a> leading the team.<\/p>\n<p>The baton of captaincy was then handed over to Sourav Ganguly for the <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/one-day-international-world-cup\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >ODI<\/a> series against South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>Under his leadership, India clinched the series 3-2. But the cricket world was soon rocked by the revelations of the match-fixing scandal involving Hansi Cronje.<\/p>\n<p>To add to the brewing storm, Manoj Prabhakar dropped a bombshell, alleging Kapil Dev&#8217;s involvement in a bribery incident during a 1994 series.<\/p>\n<p>These shocking claims exerted immense pressure on the best cricket coaching in India, leading to Kapil Dev&#8217;s resignation from the India National Cricket Team coaching staff.<\/p>\n<h3>John Wright Was The Team&#8217;s First Coach From Outside of India<\/h3>\n<p>In an effort to revamp its image after the match-fixing debacle, BCCI took a significant step by appointing John Wright, the former New Zealand cricketer, as the India National Cricket Team coaches in 2000.<\/p>\n<p>This marked him as one of the notable India National Cricket Team coaches from foreign shores.<\/p>\n<p>With the dynamic leadership of Ganguly and the adept management acumen of Wright, India carved its mark with commendable triumphs both domestically and internationally.<\/p>\n<p>This golden phase of the best cricket coaching in India saw iconic moments like India&#8217;s celebrated victory in the 2001 Kolkata Test against Australia, clinching series on Pakistani soil, and notable Test wins in England and Australia.<\/p>\n<p>Under Wright&#8217;s guidance as the team India head coach, the country soared to the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup finals.<\/p>\n<p>However, by 2005, this key figure in the India National Cricket Team coaching staff chose to step down from his position.<\/p>\n<h3>The Well-known Time of Greg Chappell<\/h3>\n<p>The Greg Chappell chapter in the annals of India National Cricket Team coaches was one marked by turbulence.<\/p>\n<p>Contrary to the harmonious relationship that John Wright shared with then-captain <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" title=\"Sourav Ganguly\" href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/player\/sourav-ganguly\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow noopener\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Sourav Ganguly<\/a>, Chappell&#8217;s tenure witnessed a polar opposite dynamic.<\/p>\n<p>The public discord with Ganguly culminated in the captain relinquishing his leadership role and even his spot on the team, with the baton being passed to <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/player\/rahul-dravid\" rel=\"dofollow\" >Rahul Dravid<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>As the India National Cricket Team coaches, Chappell&#8217;s term saw the team secure 32 victories in 62 matches over three years. This tumultuous era concluded with Chappell&#8217;s departure in 2007.<\/p>\n<h3>Gary Kirsten: First Foreign India Coach and World Cup Winner<\/h3>\n<p>Transitioning to a brighter phase in the best cricket coaching in India, Gary Kirsten&#8217;s entry in 2008 brought renewed optimism.<\/p>\n<p>Preceding his tenure, India saw brief coaching stints with Ravi Shastri and Lalchand Rajput at the helm.<\/p>\n<p>Even though Rajput paved the way for India&#8217;s inaugural <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/t20-cricket\" rel=\"dofollow\" >T20<\/a> World Cup win in 2007, he made way for Kirsten in just a few months.<\/p>\n<p>Embarking on his journey as team India head coach with <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/ms-dhoni\" rel=\"dofollow\" >MS Dhoni<\/a> leading the side, Kirsten steered India to pinnacle success, achieving the no. 1 spot in Test rankings.<\/p>\n<p>His crowning moment, undoubtedly, was guiding the India National Cricket Team coaching staff and players to clinch the coveted World Cup trophy in 2011, ending a 21-year-long wait.<\/p>\n<p>Post-Gary Kirsten, Duncan Fletcher stepped into the role of India National Cricket Team coaches from 2011 to 2015.<\/p>\n<p>Guiding the Men in Blue to the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy triumph, Fletcher&#8217;s era was predominantly characterized by victories in the limited-overs format.<\/p>\n<p>MS Dhoni&#8217;s leadership genius was often recognized as a prime catalyst for India&#8217;s feats. Yet, a new chapter began when Ravi Shastri, a former cricket maestro, ascended as the team India head coach.<\/p>\n<p>Initially, Shastri&#8217;s selection raised eyebrows, as many in the cricketing circles believed Anil Kumble might have been a fitting choice.<\/p>\n<p>However, the dynamics between Shastri and the then-captain, <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/virat-kohli\" rel=\"dofollow\" >Virat Kohli<\/a>, resonated more harmoniously than with the more strict Kumble.<\/p>\n<h3>India Went to New Heights Under Ravi Shastri<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9790\" src=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/India-National-Cricket-Team-coaches.webp\" alt=\"India National Cricket Team coaches\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" title=\"-\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/India-National-Cricket-Team-coaches.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/India-National-Cricket-Team-coaches-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/India-National-Cricket-Team-coaches-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/India-National-Cricket-Team-coaches-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Together, Shastri and Kohli became a formidable pairing in the annals of India National Cricket Team coaches and captains.<\/p>\n<p>Under Shastri&#8217;s guidance, India maintained the pinnacle position as the no. 1 Test team globally, a feat that lasted an impressive 42 months from 2016 to 2020.<\/p>\n<p>His coaching statistics are commendable, boasting a win rate of 58.10% in Test matches, 67.1% in ODIs, and a striking 69.20% in T20Is.<\/p>\n<p>Among the accolades in the best cricket coaching in India, Shastri masterminded victories like the 2018 Asia Cup win and significant successes against Australia on their turf.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, his stint as a key figure in the India National Cricket Team coaching staff saw the rise of pace <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/wiki\/bowler\" rel=\"dofollow\" >bowlers<\/a> under <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/wiki\/bowling\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >bowling<\/a> coach Bharat Arun, with names like <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/player\/jasprit-bumrah\" rel=\"dofollow\" >Jasprit Bumrah<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/player\/mohammed-shami\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >Mohammed Shami<\/a> emerging as red-ball cricket stalwarts.<\/p>\n<h3>Rahul Dravid is the Current Coach of the Indian Cricket Team<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4229\" src=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rahul-Dravid-2.webp\" alt=\"Rahul Dravid, India National Cricket Team coaches\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" title=\"-\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rahul-Dravid-2.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rahul-Dravid-2-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rahul-Dravid-2-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rahul-Dravid-2-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rahul-Dravid-2-1536x864.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The current epoch of Indian cricket witnesses <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/player\/rahul-dravid\" rel=\"dofollow\" >Rahul Dravid<\/a> as the India Nationanl Cricket Team coaches.<\/p>\n<p>After orchestrating the U-19 team&#8217;s triumph at the 2018 World Cup and mentoring the next-gen at the National Cricket Academy, Dravid took over the coaching mantle in 2021 with <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/player\/rohit-sharma\" rel=\"dofollow\" >Rohit Sharma<\/a> captaining the side &#8211; <em>India National Cricket Team coaches<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>So, that&#8217;s the information about the India National Cricket Team coaches that will enhance your knowledge about the world of cricket and if you want to know more news about the <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/india-national-cricket-team\" rel=\"dofollow\" >India National Cricket Team<\/a>, you can visit <a href=\"https:\/\/7cricinr.com\/blog\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >7CricBuzz<\/a>, the best Indian cricket site.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rahul Dravid, currently holding the esteemed position of team India head coach, ranks 24th among the India National Cricket Team coaches who have steered the squad throughout the past hundred years. The momentous day of June 25, 1932, marked India&#8217;s recognition as a Test-playing nation, joining the elite ranks of countries like England, Australia, South Africa, West Indies, and New Zealand. Interestingly, for an extended period, the India National Cricket Team coaches role was non-existent, with the team relying on a manager to oversee the behind-the-scenes activities. Here&#8217;s a comprehensive rundown of the India National Cricket Team coaching staff and managers since 1971, showcasing the best cricket coaching in India. India National Cricket Team Coaches List We have also embedded data in the form of a table about the best India National Cricket Team coaches of all time that cricket enthusiasts like you should indeed be aware of. Serial No Team India Head Coach Duration Nationality 1 Keki Tarapore 1971 India 2 Hemu Adhikari 1971 \u2013 1974 India 3 Gulabrai Ramchand 1975 India 4 Datta Gaekwad 1978 India 5 Salim Durrani 1980 \u2013 1981 India 6 Ashok Mankad 1982 India 7 PR Man Singh 1983 \u2013 1987 India 8 Chandu Borde 1988 \u2013 1989 &amp; 2007 India 9 Bishen Singh Bedi 1990 \u2013 1991 India 10 Abbas Ali Baig 1991 \u2013 1992 India 11 Ajit Wadekar 1992 \u2013 1996 India 12 Sandeep Patil 1996 India 13 Madan Lal 1996 \u2013 1997 India 14 Anshuman Gaekwad 1997 \u2013 1999 India 15 Kapil Dev 1999 &#8211; 2000 India 16 John Wright 2000 \u2013 2005 New Zealand 17 Greg Chappell 2005 \u2013 2007 Australia 18 Ravi Shastri 2007, 2015, 2017 \u2013 2021 India 19 Lalchand Rajput 2007 \u2013 2008 India 20 Gary Kirsten 2008 \u2013 2011 South Africa 21 Duncan Fletcher 2011 \u2013 2015 Zimbabwe 22 Sanjay Bangar (Interim) 2016 India 23 Anil Kumble 2016 \u2013 2017 India 24 Rahul Dravid 2021-2023 India India National Cricket Team Coaches &#8211; Keki Tarapore Hailing from Karnataka, Keki Tarapore wasn&#8217;t just known as a cricketer but emerged as one of the pioneering figures among India National Cricket Team coaches. While his tenure in first-class cricket was brief, marked by a singular Ranji Trophy appearance, it was his coaching prowess that garnered widespread admiration. Elevating the stature of the India National Cricket Team coaches, in 1971, Tarapore took on the critical responsibility of team India head coach, a role that cemented his reputation in the Indian cricketing sphere. His appointment to this significant post was indicative of his unmatched skills and insight into the game. For those chronicling the milestones of Indian cricket, Tarapore&#8217;s name is inscribed as a pioneer, initiating a new epoch in the art of coaching at the apex level of the India National Cricket Team. This marked the genesis of a coaching legacy that would guide and shape the careers of numerous cricketers, raising the bar for the best cricket coaching in India. Under Tarapore&#8217;s stewardship, the trajectory of Indian cricket was steered towards unparalleled success. His influence continues to resonate within the India National Cricket Team coaching staff, serving as an eternal flame that inspires countless individuals aspiring to coach. PR Man Singh: India won the first ICC World Cup under him Under the leadership of PR Man Singh, who served as the team manager and not exactly a coach, the India National Cricket Team achieved the prestigious accomplishment of clinching their first ICC World Cup. Over the preceding 12 years, post Tarapore&#8217;s guidance, the direction of the India Cricket Team coaching staff underwent noticeable transformations. It became a trend for the team to lean on the expertise of ex-players, and the team India head coach position saw a shift towards stability. By the dawn of 1992, the best cricket coaching in India witnessed a pivotal change. The India National Cricket Team coaches were now secured under extended contracts, moving away from short-term tour-based assignments. In this era, the position of team India head coach was graced by individuals like Chandu Borde and Bishan Singh Bedi. As a result of the new direction, renowned India National Cricket Team coaches figures like Ajit Wadekar, Sandeep Patil, and Madan Lal were brought on board with longer commitments, further enriching the legacy of coaching in Indian cricket. India&#8217;s Coach for the 1996 ICC Cricket World Cup Was Ajit Wadekar Ajit Wadekar, celebrated among the India National Cricket Team coaches, took charge of the team between 1992 and 1996. As the pivotal India National Cricket Team coaches, he played a significant role in guiding the squad during the 1996 ICC Cricket World Cup, alongside captain Mohammed Azharuddin. His unique position in the best cricket coaching in India is further solidified by his diverse roles \u2013 a standout Test player, a formidable captain, the team India head coach, and notably, the chairman of selectors. Within the lineage of the India National Cricket Team coaching staff, names like Lala Amarnath and Chandu Borde shine alongside Wadekar, marking their multifaceted contributions to Indian cricket. Kapil Dev&#8217;s Controversial Time As Indian Cricket Team Coach Kapil Dev, an icon in the annals of the India National Cricket Team coaches, faced a tumultuous period during his coaching tenure. Following the Indian team&#8217;s inability to reach the knockout rounds in the 1996 and 1999 World Cups, the BCCI ushered in Kapil Dev, India&#8217;s revered World Cup-winning captain, replacing Anshuman Gaekwad in the role of the India National Cricket Team coaches. Initiating his role as team India head coach, he marked a home series victory against New Zealand. However, subsequent series saw India facing defeats against Australia abroad and a home Test series loss to South Africa with Sachin Tendulkar leading the team. The baton of captaincy was then handed over to Sourav Ganguly for the ODI series against South Africa. Under his leadership, India clinched the series 3-2. But the cricket world was soon rocked by the revelations of the match-fixing scandal involving Hansi Cronje. To add to the brewing storm, Manoj&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":9788,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[25],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9770","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cricket"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9770","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9770"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9770\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9788"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9770"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9770"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.7cricinr.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9770"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}