Gambhir with Senior Team...New Role for Laxman

With the Asian Games schedule overlapping with the opening phase of India's home series against the West Indies, head coach Gautam Gambhir will continue with the senior national team. The scheduling has led to separate coaching responsibilities for India's simultaneous assignments.

Former India cricketer VVS Laxman will take charge of the Indian squads travelling to Zimbabwe and Japan during this period. His appointment ensures that both teams receive experienced guidance while the senior side remains under Gambhir's supervision.