Ryan ten Doeschate

The appointment of Gautam Gambhir as the new head coach of the Indian cricket team has generated excitement. Potential assistant coaches include Abhishek Nayar and Ryan ten Doeschate, though the BCCI hasn't confirmed this yet. Gambhir, who led KKR to two IPL titles, praised ten Doeschate as the "greatest team man." Ten Doeschate, a former Dutch international, announced his retirement in 2021 after a storied career. His dedication and selflessness are expected to benefit Team India's coaching setup.

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India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate views the upcoming Test series against South Africa as a vital step towards the World Test Championship final. He acknowledges South Africa's recent form but emphasizes India's determination to send a strong statement at home. The series marks South Africa's first Test tour to India since 2019.

Following a heavy defeat to South Africa in Super 8s, India's batting unit faces scrutiny, with assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirming that changes, including the potential inclusion of Sanju Samson, are being considered. The team's left-hand heavy top order has struggled, prompting a rethink of their strategy for upcoming crucial matches.

Former Netherlands’ skipper Ryan ten Doeschate who was part of Kolkata Knight Riders’ title-winning campaign in 2012 and 2014, will be back as the team’s fielding coach, the IPL team announced on Tuesday.

The BCCI has lately advocated for Indian coaches in the setup, but Team India's new head coach Gautam Gambhir has reportedly asked for a slight deviation in the form of including former Netherlands international Ryan ten Doeschate as part of his support staff, according to a report. Doeschate was the fielding coach of Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2024 and has been strongly backed by Gambhir in the past as well for his selfless attitude.

Former Netherlands skipper Ryan ten Doeschate will be back at Kolkata Knight Riders as team's fielding coach, the IPL team announced on Tuesday. The 42-year-old was part of KKR's title-winning campaign in 2012 and 2014. He will succeed James Foster who has now been promoted as the team's assistant coach. Both will work under head coach Chandrakant Pandit.

Netherlands all-rounder Ryan ten Doeschate on Friday announced his retirement from international cricket after his side failed to qualify for the Super 12 stage of the T20 World Cup.

India faces a tight schedule with only a day's rest between their final league match and the semifinal, posing recovery concerns for their bowlers. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate emphasises balancing player rest and maintaining match readiness. Potential adjustments may include limiting bowlers' overs against New Zealand to ensure top performance in the semifinal.

Varun Chakravarthy returns to Eden Gardens, a venue where he has excelled, as a key weapon for India's T20 squad. Despite recent indifferent form, both Indian and West Indies management acknowledge his wicket-taking ability. The team also expressed strong support for Rinku Singh following his father's passing.

Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate was candid in his admission that the desire to do well overseas has dented Indian batsmen's ability to play spin and his immediate task is to make them adept in it again ahead of an important season that features five Tests at home.

India opener Abhishek Sharma has struggled in the T20 World Cup with three ducks, but the team management continues to back him. Coach Morne Morkel said there is no talk of dropping him. Sunil Gavaskar feels pressure is affecting his game and advised him to build innings patiently. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said Abhishek showed good form in the nets and should bounce back in the Super 8s.

Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has criticized assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate's remarks on Rohit Sharma's form, calling them demoralizing. Tiwary highlighted Rohit's extensive achievements, stating ten Doeschate's international record is not even 5% of Sharma's. He urged the coach to reflect on his comments, especially as a member of the support staff.

India's T20 World Cup gamble backfired as Axar Patel's omission for Washington Sundar in the Super 8 clash against South Africa led to a crushing defeat. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate admitted the difficult selection, driven by tactical matchups and the desire for an extra batter, ultimately proved costly. The team hopes Axar understands the strategic intent.

Gautam Gambhir's captaincy proved instrumental in propelling Kolkata Knight Riders to the forefront of the IPL, culminating in two title triumphs under his leadership. Now returning to the KKR fold in a mentoring capacity, the former Indian opener brings his wealth of experience to guide and inspire the team. Renowned for his knack for rejuvenating struggling teams, Gambhir's association with KKR dates back to the fourth season of the IPL in 2011.

Ahead of India's crucial Asia Cup clash with Bangladesh, assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate addressed Haris Rauf's conduct, emphasising India's focus on performance over provocation. He expressed confidence in Sanju Samson's ability to solidify the No. 5 position, highlighting his potential to anchor the middle order and close out games.

An old video of Gautam Gambhir has resurfaced on social media, where he expressed his desire to bring Morne Morkel into his IPL team. This comes after the former South African pacer was appointed as Team India's new bowling coach.

Sanju Samson had scored just 46 runs from five matches against New Zealand. In the off chance he earned against Namibia, things didn't get any better. But luck did shine on him after all, and he repaid the backing with absolute tenacity, finishing as the Player of the Tournament and India's highest run-scorer in a T20 World Cup.

India say they were always mentally prepared to face Pakistan on February 15, with assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate stressing off-field issues never affected preparations, though Pakistan may have a logistical edge in Colombo. Opener Abhishek Sharma missed training due to illness and could be rested, with Sanju Samson a possible replacement.

Ahead of the high-stakes Asia Cup clash against Pakistan, India's fielding coach Ryan ten Doeschate addressed the media, revealing head coach Gautam Gambhir's message to the team: to block out external noise and focus solely on cricket.

South Africa's tactical approach, mirroring other teams, exploited India's predictable batting order and poor shot selection. India's over-reliance on left-handers and lack of a Plan B proved costly, leading to a significant defeat in the T20 World Cup Super Eight. India now face crucial selection decisions for the game against Zimbabwe to address these vulnerabilities.

Netherlands cricketer Ryan ten Doeschate has picked Bangladesh's spin bowling all-rounder Shakib al Hasan and India's Ravindra Jadeja as the two best all-rounders in the current era.

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate explained the decision to pick Ravichandran Ashwin over Washington Sundar in the second Test against Australia, citing Ashwin's experience and perceived effectiveness on the Adelaide Oval surface.

Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka won the toss and elected to field first against Netherlands in their last first round Group A game on Friday.

Aakash Chopra has lauded Mohammed Siraj as a tireless asset for Indian cricket, particularly in Test matches. Chopra highlighted Siraj's significant workload, ranking him among the top three fast bowlers globally in terms of overs bowled since January 2023.

Facing immense pressure in the series decider, India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate admitted a "slight desperation" to win. He defended the team's all-rounder preference in Tests, citing the need to pick the best XI. Dew is acknowledged as a significant challenge, impacting the balance between batting first and second.

Doeschate, who previously worked alongside Gambhir as part of the coaching staff at Kolkata Knight Riders during the Indian Premier League earlier this year, has also played under Gambhir's leadership for the Kolkata franchise. In another significant move, Abhishek Nayar, who was also a member of the coaching team at KKR, has been appointed as an assistant coach.

South Africa's coach views the upcoming Test series against India as a monumental challenge, comparable to a World Test Championship final. India's assistant coach acknowledges South Africa's strong WTC position, highlighting their quality. The transition to red-ball cricket presents challenges, especially for Shubman Gill, though players are adapting to multi-format demands.

"An individual can win the game for you or take the game away from you," Dhoni had declared a couple of days ago. His fears came true on Wednesday.