Overview

• Sourav Ganguly said he is open to taking up the role of India’s head coach in the future, noting he remains keen to explore new challenges at 53.
• Ganguly commended Gautam Gambhir for steering India to an ICC Champions Trophy title after initial Test defeats to Australia and New Zealand.
• He described Gambhir’s coaching style as transparent and passionate, praising his straightforward communication with players and staff.
• Ganguly urged the BCCI to give Gambhir more time to develop in his first year before major series such as the upcoming England tour.
• On the political front, Ganguly firmly rejected any interest in joining a political party or contesting in the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections.