Gujarat Titans Bring In Parthiv Patel Before IPL 2025, Appoint Him As Batting & Assistant Coach

Gujarat Titans have appointed former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel as assistant and batting coach for franchise. It is a huge move, considering that Patel has been a popular figure during his time and his influence can d a lot of punch in squ. Patel has been with Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru as an active player, and he will assume coaching role with Titans.  

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Parthiv Patel Receives First Coaching Gig In IPL As Gujarat Titans Bring Him In As Dual Coach 

Gujarat Titans anunced on Wednesday that former team India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel will serve as ir assistant and batting coach in upcoming IPL 2025 season. Parthiv will play a dual role on support staff, which is currently led by he coach Ashish Nehra.

"With a distinguished 17-year career as a former Indian wicketkeeper-batter, Parthiv brings a wealth of experience and kwledge to team. As Titans prepare for upcoming Indian Premier League season, Parthiv's insights into batting techniques and strategies will play a crucial role in enhancing players' skills.

"Parthiv, who is kwn for his sharp cricketing acumen and ability to mentor young talent, will strengn coaching staff and contribute to player development and performance." one-time IPL Champion said in an official statement.

Parthiv takes over spot of former India coach Gary Kirsten, who exited franchise to become Pakistan Cricket's white-ball coach. But South African's stint did t last long re as he stepped down before Pakistan's white-ball tour to Australia began. He joined PAK national cricket side in April 2024, and Jason Gillespie assumed role to become an all-format coach for side. 

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This will be first coaching role in IPL for Parthiv, who retired back in 2020. Right after his retirement, wicketkeeper-batter served as talent scout for Mumbai Indians for three seasons until 2023. He was also batting coach for MI Emirates in inaugural season of ILT20. 

[With PTI Inputs]