Kolkata/IBNS, Dec. 19 -- Cricket legend Kapil Dev has questioned the relevance of a head coach in the national team, saying the side can be run more efficiently by a manager.

Speaking at the ICC Centenary Session in Kolkata on Thursday, Kapil said Gautam Gambhir, the current head coach of Team India, cannot be a coach in the traditional sense but is better suited to the role of a manager at the highest level.

Kapil Dev in conversation with Jatin Sapru. Photo: PR Team

Kapil's remarks come amid India's inconsistent performances across formats since Gambhir took charge.

The former opener has faced criticism from cricket experts following India's disappointing home season, which included whitewash defeats by New Zealand and South Africa....