As Gautam Gambhir is now officially the head coach of the men's cricket team.

According to the latest news reports, the BCCI is considering former Indian bowlers for the role of bowling coach for the national team.

However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India hasn't named the coaching staff of the Indian cricket team yet. Gambhir had recommended his former teammates Abhishek Nayar for batting and Vinay Kumar for bowling. The Indian board is expected to announce the support staff in the coming days.

The BCCI and Gambhir are reportedly considering Lakshmipathy Balaji and Vinay Kumar for coaching roles. However, Cricbuzz reported that the BCCI might prefer a more experienced candidate known for successfully mentoring young players. Balaji and Vinay played under Gambhir for the Kolkata Knight Riders.

A fresh report from ANI suggests that the BCCI is considering former World Cup-winning bowler Zaheer Khan and Lakshmipathy Balaji for the role of bowling coach. The BCCI has decided against appointing Vinay Kumar as bowling coach and is not granting the head coach unilateral authority in such decisions.

"BCCI discussing the names of Zaheer Khan and Lakshmipati Balaji for the position of bowling coach. BCCI is not interested in the name of Vinay Kumar," sources told ANI.

Zaheer Khan played a key role in India's 2011 ODI World Cup victory, finishing as the tournament's top wicket-taker. He boasts 610 international wickets in his illustrious career. Zaheer retired in 2014 and later worked with the Mumbai Indians' coaching staff. He is currently pursuing a broadcasting career.

The BCCI is focusing on strengthening India's fast bowling reserves, which have been a strength for the Indian team. The new bowling coach is expected to mentor young talents like Harshit Rana, Tushar Deshpande, and Mayank Yadav. The board hasn't made any decision yet as discussions are still ongoing.

The new coaching staff, led by Gautam Gambhir, will commence their stint during the white-ball series against Sri Lanka.