BCCI Appoints Sairaj Bahutule as Spin Bowling Coach of India Men’s Team. BCCI has appointed Sairaj Bahutule as the spin bowling coach of India. The former leg-spinner now comes into the national team support staff right before a packed international season starting with the Afghanistan series. With this appointment, Bahutule will further strengthen the coaching group led by head coach Gautam Gambhir.
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His most recent assignment was with Punjab Kings during IPL 2026. During that tournament, he worked as the franchise’s spin bowling coach for the full run, helping shape the spin unit in a way that felt pretty consistent across matches. Before Punjab Kings, Bahutule also worked with several domestic teams and different IPL franchises. He was regularly praised for his method, especially how he supported young cricketers as well as the more seasoned players who were already well settled in their roles.
Impressive Coaching Journey
Bahutule has built a strong coaching career after retiring from professional cricket. He has served as head coach of Vidarbha, Kerala, Gujarat, and Bengal. He was also part of India’s Under-19 World Cup-winning coaching staff in 2022. In addition, he worked with India A and the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence. The BCCI believes his experience will help India’s spin bowlers improve further. His understanding of Indian conditions is expected to be a major advantage.
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Bahutule has worked closely with several talented spinners during his coaching career. His knowledge of the game makes him a valuable addition to the setup. After the announcement, Bahutule expressed his excitement about the new role. He called it a wonderful honour to serve Indian cricket again. India will soon begin another important phase of international cricket. The team will play across formats in challenging conditions. The BCCI hopes Bahutule’s expertise will strengthen India’s spin resources. His appointment marks another key addition to the national team’s coaching structure.