Kolkata : IPL 2022 Champion Gujarat Titans have appointed former Indian wicket keeper Batter Parthiv Patel as Batting and Assistant Coach ahead of IPL 2025 , on November 13, 2024.
In their official statement, the Ahmedabad-based franchise said, “With a distinguished 17-year career as a former Indian wicketkeeper-batter, Parthiv brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the team.”
The statement further read, “As the Titans prepare for the upcoming Indian Premier League season, Parthiv’s insights into batting techniques and strategies will play a crucial role in enhancing the players’ skills. Parthiv, who is known for his sharp cricketing acumen and ability to mentor young talent, will strengthen the coaching staff and contribute to player development and performance.”
Parthiv represented India in in 25 Tests, 38 ODIs and a couple of T20Is in his 17 years career.
The former wicket keeper was a vital part of Mumbai Indians’ 2015 & 2017 IPL Trophy victories. In IPL, he has played 139 matches across 6 teams and scored 2848 runs.
This is Parthiv’s first professional coaching assignment in competitive Cricket. Before this he worked as Mumbai Indians scout.
