Former IPL leg-spinner Pravin Tambe is carving out a meaningful second innings in cricket as a coach, transitioning from his remarkable late-blooming playing career to mentoring young cricketers in women’s cricket, as reported by Cricbuzz.
Tambe, who famously became the oldest IPL debutant at 41 without prior professional cricket, credits passion, patience, and persistence for his unlikely rise. Now serving as the bowling coach of Gujarat Giants in the Women’s Premier League, he focuses on building confidence, improving game awareness, and simplifying spin bowling for his players.
His journey into coaching women began at his Mulund-based academy, where a young girl’s interest in cricket inspired him to open training sessions free of cost for girls, eventually forming a competitive women’s setup.
“Trust is built in practice and shown in matches,” Tambe said, highlighting the importance of strong communication between bowlers and captains.
Working with players like Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Tanuja Kanwer, and Anushka Sharma, Tambe emphasizes mindset, pitch reading, and smart decision-making over flashy variations.
He also praised the Women’s Premier League for motivating young girls to pursue cricket, calling it a major boost for women’s sports in India.
“Cricket has given me more than I ever expected,” Tambe reflected.
From breaking age barriers as a player to shaping the next generation as a coach, Tambe’s story remains a powerful example of resilience and reinvention.
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