Gautam Gambhir is set to begin his tenure as the head coach of the Indian cricket team with a T20I series against Sri Lanka, following substantial expectations due to his success with the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL. However, former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has downplayed the significance of a coach's role in a team's success, emphasizing that India's cricket achievements are more about the players than the coach. Manjrekar's comments, shared on social media, have drawn mixed reactions from fans, with some criticizing him for his timing and perceived negativity towards Gambhir. He highlighted that out of India's four World Cup victories, only two were under specialized coaches, suggesting a need to focus on the team's overall strength. As Gambhir begins his journey, the cricket community remains divided on the potential impact of his leadership. The Indian team's first match under Gambhir is scheduled for July 27 against Sri Lanka.