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'Coaches Are Afraid': Gambhir's Former Assistant Reveals Honest Chat With Kohli Over Outside Off Troubles
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What Happened?
Ryan Ten Doeschate, former assistant coach, discussed his candid conversation with Virat Kohli about his struggles with outside-off dismissals during the 2024-25 Australia series.
Key points
- Ryan Ten Doeschate was India's assistant coach during Gambhir's first two years.
- Kohli struggled with outside-off dismissals during the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
- He was dismissed eight times in the series, scoring only 190 runs.
- Ten Doeschate noted that coaches often hesitate to address issues with star players.
- He found Kohli receptive to feedback during their conversation.
- Ten Doeschate's coaching tenure ended after the England tour in 2026.
Key insights
- The conversation reflects the evolving dynamics between players and coaches in modern cricket.
- Kohli's struggles may influence future coaching strategies for addressing player performance.
- The reluctance of coaches to intervene could impact team performance and player development.
Why it matters
This discussion highlights the challenges coaches face when addressing performance issues with star players.
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Ryan Ten Doeschate· PersonVirat Kohli· PersonGautam Gambhir· PersonAustralia· CountryBorder-Gavaskar Trophy· EventKolkata Knight Riders· Sports Team
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