Meet Subhadeep Ghosh: The Coach Tasked With Sharpening India's Fielding Under Gautam Gambhir

India's support staff has a new face.

Subhadeep Ghosh has been appointed as the Indian men's team's new fielding coach, replacing T Dilip and joining Gautam Gambhir's coaching setup ahead of the two-Test series against Sri Lanka. While he may not be a household name, Ghosh has spent years working behind the scenes, coaching some of India's brightest cricketers across the National Cricket Academy, India A, the women's team and the IPL.

Here's everything you need to know about him.

Who is Subhadeep Ghosh?

Subhadeep Ghosh is a 57-year-old former first-class cricketer who represented Assam and Railways between 1994 and 2005. A right-handed middle-order batter who also bowled off-spin, he played 17 First-Class and 17 List A matches during his playing career. While he never represented India at the international level, he built a reputation as a respected coach after retiring from the game.

Why has India appointed him?

Ghosh brings decades of coaching experience across India's domestic and national pathways. He spent six to seven years at the National Cricket Academy during Rahul Dravid's tenure, where he worked closely with emerging talent. He has also coached India A, the India women's team and served as head coach of the Assam senior men's side.

Does he have IPL experience?

Yes. Ghosh has worked with both Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders, giving him experience of working alongside some of the world's leading cricketers in one of the game's most competitive environments.

Who does he replace?

He succeeds T Dilip, who served as India's fielding coach for nearly five years. According to Cricbuzz, Dilip returned on a one-year contract in 2025 but was not offered an extension after it expired.

Where does he fit into Gautam Gambhir's coaching team?

Ghosh joins a support staff that includes batting coach Sitanshu Kotak and bowling coach Morne Morkel under head coach Gautam Gambhir. His appointment follows the recent departure of assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate as India's backroom team continues to evolve.

What will be his first assignment?

His first challenge will be India's two-Test series against Sri Lanka, with the opening Test beginning in Galle on August 15, followed by the second Test in Colombo from August 23. Both matches form part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle.

How has Assam reacted?

The Assam Cricket Association described Ghosh's appointment as a proud moment for the state, saying it reflects the growing contribution of Assam to Indian cricket and will inspire aspiring coaches and players across the region. Subhadeep Ghosh now walks into one of the most closely watched roles in Indian cricket. With Gautam Gambhir reshaping Team India's coaching setup, the spotlight will be on how quickly the new fielding coach can sharpen one of the game's most decisive disciplines.

(With inputs from yMedia)