‘Keep him away from such duties’: Sanjay Manjrekar advises BCCI to never send Gautam Gambhir for pressers
4 months, 1 week ago

‘Keep him away from such duties’: Sanjay Manjrekar advises BCCI to never send Gautam Gambhir for pressers

Live Mint  

Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir stood tall and held his ground with his fierce approach while defending senior players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli at a press conference in Mumbai ahead of the Border Gavaskar Test series. Answering a question on legendary Australian skipper Ricky Point's remarks on Kohli and Sharma, Gambhir had said, “What does Ponting to has to do with Indian cricket? Former India great Sanjay Manjrekar is, however, not impressed with Gambhir and has asked the Board of Control for Cricket in India not to send Gambhir for a press conference ever again. Rohit & Agarkar, much better guys to front up for the media.” During the press conference, Gambhir stated that Jasprit Bumrah will lead the Indian team in case Rohit Sharma is not available.

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Mumbai Indians Coach Opens Up On Jasprit Bumrah’s Absence Ahead Of IPL 2025
1 day, 23 hours ago

Mumbai Indians Coach Opens Up On Jasprit Bumrah’s Absence Ahead Of IPL 2025

ABP News  

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene did not give a time frame for Jasprit Bumrah’s return to competitive cricket, and said the pace spearhead’s absence will be a massive “challenge” for his side in the IPL 2025. At the moment it is going well, the progress is on a day to day basis,” said Jayawardene during MI’s pre-season press meet …

Gambhir told to use his Champions Trophy trump card for England Tests in startling suggestion: 'It's a swollen nerve...'
1 week ago

Gambhir told to use his Champions Trophy trump card for England Tests in startling suggestion: 'It's a swollen nerve...'

Hindustan Times  

After answering his critics with a Champions Trophy haul on Sunday in Dubai, India head coach Gautam Gambhir has his eyes set on the next nig assignment - Test tour of England - slated to begin in late June, which will mark the beginning of the new World Test Championship cycle. India's head coach Gautam Gambhir's next assignment will be …

Gautam Gambhir 'in discussion with BCCI', to sacrifice free time for Indian cricket: 'He has expressed his desire to...'
1 week, 2 days ago

Gautam Gambhir 'in discussion with BCCI', to sacrifice free time for Indian cricket: 'He has expressed his desire to...'

Hindustan Times  

Following India's Champions Trophy win, the players have scattered to join their respective IPL franchises. Since assuming the coaching role following India's T20 World Cup victory last year, Gambhir has faced challenges in maintaining the team's Test performance. Gautam Gambhir is eager to unearth the next generation of Indian cricketers To prevent a repeat of recent disappointments during India's upcoming …

Gautam Gambhir reveals his most-feared batter in IPL; ex-KKR mentor says ‘It’s not Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers but…’
1 week, 6 days ago

Gautam Gambhir reveals his most-feared batter in IPL; ex-KKR mentor says ‘It’s not Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers but…’

Live Mint  

Former Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir revealed he didn't feared the likes of Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers but Rohit Sharma in the Indian Premier League. In fact, Rohit Sharma is the first captain to win five IPL titles with Mumbai Indians. “The only player who has given me sleepless nights…it's not AB de Villiers, no Chris Gayle, …

Gambhir shuts down Team India critics, backs Rohit and dismisses 'Dubai advantage': 'Don't care what people say'
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Gambhir shuts down Team India critics, backs Rohit and dismisses 'Dubai advantage': 'Don't care what people say'

Firstpost  

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir has come out strongly in support of Rohit Sharma and Team India, hitting back at critics who have questioned their performances, selection calls and batting order. In his typical aggressive manner, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir hit back at his critics after the Men in Blue stormed into the final of the Champions Trophy …

Sunil Gavaskar disagrees with Gautam Gambhir over Rohit Sharma 'impact' defence
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar disagrees with Gautam Gambhir over Rohit Sharma 'impact' defence

India Today  

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar has urged Rohit Sharma to bat for longer periods rather than adopting an overly aggressive and risk-laden approach during the powerplay in one-day internationals. Gavaskar's comments came after head coach Gautam Gambhir defended Rohit's intent, lashing out at critics following India's emphatic entry into the Champions Trophy 2025 final. However, speaking to India Today, Gavaskar suggested …

Gautam Gambhir, Ajit Agarkar on the same page? Why duo had ‘heated’ exchange in BCCI squad meeting for Champions Trophy
1 month ago

Gautam Gambhir, Ajit Agarkar on the same page? Why duo had ‘heated’ exchange in BCCI squad meeting for Champions Trophy

Live Mint  

Just before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, it seems like all is not well inside the Indian cricket room as head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar have reportedly had a ‘heated’ exchange over the squad selection for the mega event regrading a couple of decisions. While one is certainly the debate between Rishabh Pant vs KL Rahul, …

BCCI cracks whip against head coach Gautam Gambhir, his personal assistant denied permission to travel with Team India: Report
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BCCI cracks whip against head coach Gautam Gambhir, his personal assistant denied permission to travel with Team India: Report

Firstpost  

Th BCCI has reportedly barred head coach Gautam Gambhir’s personal assistant Gaurav Arora from travelling with the Indian cricket team. After taking stringent actions against Indian cricket team players, the Board of Control for Cricket in India has now reportedly taken action against head coach Gautam Gambhir by denying permission to travel with the national side for his personal assistant. …

Exclusive | 'Is the captaincy burden seeing Suryakumar Yadav sacrifice his own batting potential?', asks Mumbai cricket legend Milind Rege
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Exclusive | 'Is the captaincy burden seeing Suryakumar Yadav sacrifice his own batting potential?', asks Mumbai cricket legend Milind Rege

Firstpost  

If the comprehensive 4-1 series win against England in the recent T20I series proves something beyond any doubt, it’s that the shortest format of the game is currently Team India’s biggest strength. Former Mumbai captain and chief selector and cricket advisor to the Mumbai Cricket Association, Milind Rege, spoke exclusively to Firstpost about Surya, Gambhir, as well as other big …

Gautam Gambhir's coaching tactics questioned by former stars: 'India didn't get the batting order right'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir's coaching tactics questioned by former stars: 'India didn't get the batting order right'

Firstpost  

Following India’s loss in the third T20I on Tuesday, former cricketers criticised head coach Gautam Gambhir and his selection strategy, attributing the defeat to poor tactics. India’s 26-run defeat to England in the third bilateral T20I on Tuesday has raised serious concerns about the team’s strategies, particularly with regards to their batting order and bowling selections. Several former cricketers have …

Rohit Sharma complains to BCCI against legendary Sunil Gavaskar’s negative criticism? Here’s what reports say
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma complains to BCCI against legendary Sunil Gavaskar’s negative criticism? Here’s what reports say

Live Mint  

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar is known for his straightforward analysis, whether of a match or an individual player. In a report by CricBlogger, Rohit Sharma complained to the BCCI top brass about Sunil Gavaskar's negative criticism in one of their meetings, stating that the external pressure impacted his performance. “Rohit felt that it was not necessary for Sunil Gavaskar to criticise …

Embattled Gambhir gets McCullum's support: 'Gautam is a really strong leader of men'
2 months ago

Embattled Gambhir gets McCullum's support: 'Gautam is a really strong leader of men'

Firstpost  

Under scrutiny for recent losses as India head coach, Gautam Gambhir has found an ally in Brendon McCullum. The former New Zealand captain and England head coach praised Gambhir, calling him ‘a really strong leader of men.’ McCullum highlighted Gambhir’s ability to inspire players and foster a sense of unity. Brendon McCullum, a former teammate of Gautam Gambhir, has “no …

Gambhir denied twice by BCCI: Is Indian cricket board cracking the whip against head coach?
2 months ago

Gambhir denied twice by BCCI: Is Indian cricket board cracking the whip against head coach?

Firstpost  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has reportedly faced rejection from the BCCI selectors on two of his key demands concerning squad selections for Champions Trophy 2025. Is BCCI trying to impose its influence on head coach Gautam Gambhir by denying his Team India squad demands? Image: PTI India head coach Gautam Gambhir reportedly had two of his key demands regarding …

Gautam Gambhir gets backing from England coach McCullum: He is a strong leader of men
2 months ago

Gautam Gambhir gets backing from England coach McCullum: He is a strong leader of men

India Today  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has found words of support from his rival Brendon McCullum ahead of the 1st India vs England T20I in Kolkata. Despite the torrid time, McCullum pointed out Gambhir's past records with Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants, where the former India cricketer was able to make a difference in the dressing room. While the …

Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir, Ajit Agarkar disagree over India’s Champions Trophy 2025 squad; here’s why
2 months ago

Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir, Ajit Agarkar disagree over India’s Champions Trophy 2025 squad; here’s why

Live Mint  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced the squad for the upcoming three bilateral ODIs against England and the Champions Trophy 2025. A report claimed that before the decision, head coach Gautam Gambhir, skipper Rohit Sharma, and chief selector Ajit Agarkar had different opinions. On Saturday, chief selector Ajit Agarkar said Jasprit Bumrah may not get fit for …

Rohit and Gambhir not on same page over Champions Trophy Squad!
2 months ago

Rohit and Gambhir not on same page over Champions Trophy Squad!

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir were not on the same page regarding the 15-member squad selection for next month's Champions Trophy, according to media reports. India picked a balanced squad for the Champions Trophy set to begin on February 19 in Pakistan, while India's games would be held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. We …

Relationship with Gambhir, BCCI's diktat and more: Biggest talking points from Rohit Sharma's press conference
2 months ago

Relationship with Gambhir, BCCI's diktat and more: Biggest talking points from Rohit Sharma's press conference

Firstpost  

India skipper Rohit Sharma spoke on several aspects during his press conference with chief selector Ajit Agarkar, including that of BCCI’s 10-point policy and his terms with head coach Gautam Gambhir. India skipper Rohit Sharma and BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar addressed a press conference in Mumbai on Saturday as the Men in Blue’s squads for the ODI series against …

India ODI squad: Bumrah in India’s Champions Trophy squad, Siraj misses cut
2 months ago

India ODI squad: Bumrah in India’s Champions Trophy squad, Siraj misses cut

The Hindu  

Jasprit Bumrah has been named in India’s 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy despite concerns over his recovery from an injury sustained during the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In Bumrah’s absence, Shubman Gill will serve as Rohit’s deputy for the ODIs against England and the Champions Trophy. I’m not going to sit here and discuss what goes behind …

Rohit Sharma says no differences with coach Gautam Gambhir: We trust each other
2 months ago

Rohit Sharma says no differences with coach Gautam Gambhir: We trust each other

India Today  

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma said that he shares a healthy equation with head coach Gautam Gambhir. Rohit and Gambhir have been working together since Rahul Dravid’s departure as head coach following the Men’s T20 World Cup heist in the West Indies and United States. Rohit put forth his opinion on Gambhir in the press conference on Saturday where India’s squads …

Preserving a spearhead’s menace: why keeping Jasprit Bumrah healthy is Indian cricket’s chief priority
2 months ago

Preserving a spearhead’s menace: why keeping Jasprit Bumrah healthy is Indian cricket’s chief priority

The Hindu  

Unlike his precise deliveries, Jasprit Bumrah’s press conferences can be elaborate affairs. Travis Head and Sam Konstas may have tried to unsettle Bumrah with their unconventional shots but the Indian pacer often had the last word. Ever since he was pitchforked into the national side after catching the eye in the Indian Premier League, Bumrah has been India’s go-to bowler. …

Harbhajan questions Gambhir's authority over admin issues, says 'wives' unfairly blamed: 'Coach's job is on field'
2 months ago

Harbhajan questions Gambhir's authority over admin issues, says 'wives' unfairly blamed: 'Coach's job is on field'

Firstpost  

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has raised concerns about the BCCI’s decision to give Gautam Gambhir authority over administrative matters involving the Indian cricket team. Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed difficulty in understanding why the Board of Control for Cricket in India has given head coach Gautam Gambhir authority over administrative and logistical matters concerning Indian cricket team …

BCCI's 10-point guideline for Team India: Focus on stronger team culture and other takeaways from landmark announcement
2 months ago

BCCI's 10-point guideline for Team India: Focus on stronger team culture and other takeaways from landmark announcement

Firstpost  

The BCCI went public with their new rules for members of the Indian cricket team as well as support staff after the fallout of India’s horror show in the Test series against New Zealand as well as the tour of Australia. The biggest takeaway from the BCCI's new rules was the focus on building a stronger team culture by cutting …

Gautam Gambhir behind Sitanshu Kotak's appointment, asked for batting coach during BCCI review meeting: Report
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2 months ago

Gautam Gambhir behind Sitanshu Kotak's appointment, asked for batting coach during BCCI review meeting: Report

Hindustan Times  

Sitanshu Kotak, on Thursday, was named India's new batting coach ahead of the impending limited-overs series at home against England and the Champions Trophy next month. The former Saurashtra stalwart will join head coach Gautam Gambhir's support staff starting January 18, ahead of the start of the five-match T20I series against England. Although BCCI has yet to make the official …

BCCI ditches big names, picks Sitanshu Kotak as India batting coach; to start rescue mission from England series: Report
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2 months ago

BCCI ditches big names, picks Sitanshu Kotak as India batting coach; to start rescue mission from England series: Report

Hindustan Times  

England batting great Kevin Pietersen came out publicly to throw his hat in the ring to be India's new batting coach amid the rising concern of the Board of Control for Cricket in India following the disastrous tour of Australia. However, BCCI ditched the big name to appoint domestic cricket legend Sitanshu Kotak as the new batting coach, with the …

Kevin Pietersen hints at coaching Indian cricket team after BGT loss, former England captain says ’I am available’
2 months ago

Kevin Pietersen hints at coaching Indian cricket team after BGT loss, former England captain says ’I am available’

Live Mint  

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has thrown his hat in the ring to become the new batting coach of the Indian cricket team after reports emerged that the BCCI is mulling options to add a new member to head coach Gautam Gambhir's backroom staff. Responding to one of the posts on X, Pietersen wrote, “I'm available.” According to a Cricbuzz …

Kevin Pietersen puts his hand up as India's batting coach to help out struggling Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and others
2 months ago

Kevin Pietersen puts his hand up as India's batting coach to help out struggling Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and others

Hindustan Times  

Hours after reports that BCCI was considering adding an additional support staff member, preferably a batting coach, to India's support staff started appearing on Wednesday night and Thursday morning, former England captain Kevin Pietersen put his hand up for the role. It all started when Cricbuzz, on Wednesday night, reported that BCCI are considering adding a new member to head …

BCCI considering adding new member to Gautam Gambhir’s backroom staff after Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli’s BGT struggles
2 months ago

BCCI considering adding new member to Gautam Gambhir’s backroom staff after Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli’s BGT struggles

Live Mint  

Following India's batting failure in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, especially that of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, the BCCI is considering adding a batting coach to head coach Gautam Gambhir's backroom staff. Mumbai stalwart Nayar, who played three ODIs for India, is now the batting coach for the Indian team. While Rohit didn't manage to go past the 10-run mark …

BCCI considering expanding Gautam Gambhir-led Indian men's support staff: Report
2 months ago

BCCI considering expanding Gautam Gambhir-led Indian men's support staff: Report

Firstpost  

In its review meeting in Mumbai on 11 January, which was attended by captain Rohit Sharma, head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar, the BCCI felt the need for an additional member of the support staff, possibly a batting coach. According to Cricbuzz, the BCCI is also contemplating adding to the men’s team’s coaching staff that is led …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's struggles raise alarm as BCCI likely to bolster Team India's coaching staff: Report
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2 months ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's struggles raise alarm as BCCI likely to bolster Team India's coaching staff: Report

Hindustan Times  

The BCCI is reportedly considering the addition of a new member to the Team India coaching staff, specifically a dedicated batting coach. India's captain Rohit Sharma, left, looks on as teammate Virat Kohli rubs to shine the ball before passing it to the bowler The report reveal that the BCCI has been exploring several options for the role, with a …

Yuvraj Singh backs under-fire coach Gautam Gambhir: He has just come in, needs time
2 months ago

Yuvraj Singh backs under-fire coach Gautam Gambhir: He has just come in, needs time

India Today  

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has voiced his support for head coach Gautam Gambhir, whose role has come under scrutiny following India's series loss in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. The Indian cricket board will reportedly reevaluate Gambhir's position based on India's performance in the upcoming Champions Trophy, amid concerns about unrest in the dressing room stemming from his efforts …

'Coaches are not on field...': Kapil Dev's assessment of 'slightly temperamental' Gautam Gambhir's tenure
2 months ago

'Coaches are not on field...': Kapil Dev's assessment of 'slightly temperamental' Gautam Gambhir's tenure

Hindustan Times  

Things haven't been quite positive within the Indian camp since the beginning of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. By the end of the series, there were reports of tensions between coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma, with the latter opting to sit out of the final Test in Sydney. Kapil Dev spoke about Gautam Gambhir's tenure as head coach so far …

Gautam Gambhir’s future as head coach in doubt? BCCI may reassess after Champions Trophy 2025: Report
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2 months ago

Gautam Gambhir’s future as head coach in doubt? BCCI may reassess after Champions Trophy 2025: Report

Live Mint  

Weeks after Team India's dismal Test performance and loss against New Zealand and Australia in the Border Gavaskar trophy, it appears that the job of India head coach Gautam Gambhir could be in danger. According to a report by news agency PTI, Gambhir's position as coach will be 'revaluated' based on India's performance in the ICC Champions Trophy beginning February …

Is Gautam Gambhir suited for coaching in Tests? Monty Panesar brings VVS Laxman into picture to give Team India solution
2 months ago

Is Gautam Gambhir suited for coaching in Tests? Monty Panesar brings VVS Laxman into picture to give Team India solution

Live Mint  

Ever since Gautam Gambhir became the India head coach replacing Rahul Dravid, nothing has gone right for the cricket in the country, especially in the longest format of the game. To add more to that, Gambhir took Lucknow Super Giants to Indian Premier League playoffs before propelling Kolkata Knight Riders to IPL title for the third time last year. Panesar, …

Rohit was stopped from announcing retirement by 'well wishers from outside', decision irked Gambhir: Report
2 months, 1 week ago

Rohit was stopped from announcing retirement by 'well wishers from outside', decision irked Gambhir: Report

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma had opted out of the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney, and was believed to have made his final appearance in the format in Melbourne. Relations between India head coach Gautam Gambhir and Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma have also nosedived in the last couple of months. AFP Despite opting out of the fifth and final Test …

BCCI meets Gambhir, Rohit, other key members
2 months, 1 week ago

BCCI meets Gambhir, Rohit, other key members

The Hindu  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India met with key members of India’s men’s cricket team’s management to take a stock after a disastrous season of Test cricket and planning the way forward. The meeting was attended by Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma, head coach Gautam Gambhir, chief selector Ajit Agarkar, joint secretary Devajit Saikia and former secretary …

'To say this to Virat Kohli...': India coaching staff's major flaw exposed by ex-bowling coach
2 months, 1 week ago

'To say this to Virat Kohli...': India coaching staff's major flaw exposed by ex-bowling coach

Hindustan Times  

India's forgettable performances since their 2024 T20 World Cup victory has put pressure on a number of individuals, most notably captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir. Now, Bharat Arun, the former bowling coach who engineered a period of dominance particularly in the pace department in the Indian team, said that the current coaches may not have the stature …

‘Is it Gautam Gambhir that’s got to go or…’: Ex-AUS star fires shots at Team India head coach after BGT debacle
2 months, 1 week ago

‘Is it Gautam Gambhir that’s got to go or…’: Ex-AUS star fires shots at Team India head coach after BGT debacle

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia cricketer Brad Hogg has criticised Gautam Gambhir after India lost the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after a decade. Indian cricket team Head coach Gautam Gambhir addressed a press conference during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. "The one thing that Gautam Gambhir said earlier on to that he wants his players to be adaptable, have that aggressive brand of cricket but when they …

Gautam Gambhir-BCCI meet: Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami’s fitness in discussion before picking Champions Trophy squad
2 months, 1 week ago

Gautam Gambhir-BCCI meet: Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami’s fitness in discussion before picking Champions Trophy squad

Live Mint  

The fitness of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami will be one of the discussion points ahead of the India's squad announcement for Champions Trophy 2025 besides the review of what went wrong in Australia when India head coach Gautam Gambhir meet the BCCI officials in Mumbai on Saturday. Apart from the review meeting of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy debacle in Australia, …

Gambhir, BCCI officials to meet to review Australia debacle
2 months, 1 week ago

Gambhir, BCCI officials to meet to review Australia debacle

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: The future of leading batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will be discussed threadbare in a meeting that head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar is scheduled to hold with BCCI officials to review the recent tour to Australia here on Saturday. But overall, Kohli has been a champion performer in 50-overs, his staple format and a …

‘Gambhir not similar to Chappell’: Ex-India star lambasts critics, claims coach 'respects and likes Rohit Sharma a lot’
2 months, 1 week ago

‘Gambhir not similar to Chappell’: Ex-India star lambasts critics, claims coach 'respects and likes Rohit Sharma a lot’

Hindustan Times  

India were totally dismantled in Australia during the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy, crumbling to a 1-3 thrashing. Meanwhile, Rohit also opted out of the final Test due to poor form, and since then multiple reports have been surfacing about his relationship with head coach Gambhir. After Rohit was missing from the playing XI for the final Test, some fans and …

Cricketer with 0 ODIs frontrunner to replace Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav in India's Champions Trophy squad
2 months, 1 week ago

Cricketer with 0 ODIs frontrunner to replace Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav in India's Champions Trophy squad

Hindustan Times  

One of the big selection questions for India heading into the ICC Champions Trophy is the kind of spin combination they wish to employ in the UAE for the 50-over tournament. Kuldeep Yadav would likely have been India's trump card with his unconventional left-arm leg spin, but with his fitness not being a guarantee, India will need to have contingency …

Gautam Gambhir branded 'hypocrite' as Ex-India star blasts head coach, 'There is an environment and PR...'
2 months, 1 week ago

Gautam Gambhir branded 'hypocrite' as Ex-India star blasts head coach, 'There is an environment and PR...'

Hindustan Times  

Among the fallout of India's rather forgettable run in the 2024/25 season has been questions over Gautam Gambhir's future as India's head coach. Gambhir's former India and Kolkata Knight Riders teammate Manoj Tiwary has now gone on a tirade against him, claiming that the 43-year-old cannot work together with captain Rohit Sharma. After a string of losses in both white-ball …

Sunil Gavaskar explains why Jasprit Bumrah should be India's next captain: 'He has the air of a leader'
2 months, 1 week ago

Sunil Gavaskar explains why Jasprit Bumrah should be India's next captain: 'He has the air of a leader'

Firstpost  

Sunil Gavaskar wants Jasprit Bumrah to take over India’s captaincy from Rohit Sharma when the time comes. Team India will soon need a new full-time captain in Test and ODI format and legendary Sunil Gavaskar feels Jasprit Bumrah is the “next man”. The next assignment for India is the white-ball series at home against England followed by the Champions Trophy …

‘Jasprit Bumrah doesn’t put pressure on teammates…': Gavaskar backs him to replace Rohit Sharma as Test captain
2 months, 1 week ago

‘Jasprit Bumrah doesn’t put pressure on teammates…': Gavaskar backs him to replace Rohit Sharma as Test captain

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma's decision to sit out of the final match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy was a hugely consequential choice for the future of the Indian cricket team. Sunil Gavaskar backed Jasprit Bumrah to take over as India's Test match captain. With Jasprit Bumrah coming in as an emergency captain in the first Test in Perth and again in Sydney for …

Gautam Gambhir hasn’t reached the stage to tell Virat Kohli ‘boss you do this’: India head coach's falts laid bare
2 months, 1 week ago

Gautam Gambhir hasn’t reached the stage to tell Virat Kohli ‘boss you do this’: India head coach's falts laid bare

Hindustan Times  

Gautam Gambhir's CV as the head coach of the Indian team does not bear an impressive look. Since taking over from Rahul Dravid after the grand success of the T20 World Cup, Gambhir has lost an ODI series in Sri Lanka, lost 0-3 at home against New Zealand - India's first-ever whitewash at home and then lost 1-3 in Australia. …

Appointing Gambhir as India coach on the basis of IPL record was wrong: Manoj Tiwary
2 months, 1 week ago

Appointing Gambhir as India coach on the basis of IPL record was wrong: Manoj Tiwary

India Today  

Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has said that appointing Gautam Gambhir as the head coach of the Indian cricket team on the basis of his IPL record was wrong. Gambhir was appointed as India’s head coach in July 2024, replacing Rahul Dravid, who resigned from his position after the T20 World Cup 2024. Tiwary also shared his thoughts on the …

Jasprit Bumrah leads from the front, will be India's next captain: Sunil Gavaskar
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2 months, 1 week ago

Jasprit Bumrah leads from the front, will be India's next captain: Sunil Gavaskar

India Today  

India great Sunil Gavaskar has highlighted why Jasprit Bumrah could be the next captain of the Indian Test team, following his outstanding performance against Australia in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Many have endorsed Bumrah as a future captain of the Indian Test team, a sentiment echoed by Sunil Gavaskar. Speaking to 7Cricket, the Indian legend said that the pacer …

Gautam Gambhir a hypocrite, says Manoj Tiwary. KKR stars rally behind India coach
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2 months, 1 week ago

Gautam Gambhir a hypocrite, says Manoj Tiwary. KKR stars rally behind India coach

India Today  

Former India batter Manoj Tiwary has criticised Gautam Gambhir, calling the India head coach a hypocrite who "doesn’t walk the talk". Gambhir was given the freedom to select the support staff for the senior men’s team, bringing in former KKR mentor Abhishek Nayar, ex-South Africa pacer Morne Morkel, and former Netherlands batter Ryan ten Doeschate. HARSHIT RANA, NITISH SLAM TIWARY …

After enjoying full freedom from BCCI, it's time for Gautam Gambhir to repay the faith
2 months, 1 week ago

After enjoying full freedom from BCCI, it's time for Gautam Gambhir to repay the faith

Firstpost  

Gautam Gambhir appears to have some breathing room as the BCCI shows no immediate intention of taking action against him, despite recent struggles. However, Gautam Gambhir must be scrutinised also for his inability to deliver results in the months since taking over as Team India’s head coach. The Test series against New Zealand at home ended with a 3-0 defeat …

'Don't see Bumrah as captain. Kohli's next': Rohit Sharma speculated to retire after Champions Trophy; Gill backed as...
2 months, 1 week ago

'Don't see Bumrah as captain. Kohli's next': Rohit Sharma speculated to retire after Champions Trophy; Gill backed as...

Hindustan Times  

India's chief selector, Ajit Agarkar, is expected to incur a “challenging period” ahead as former Australia cricketer Adam Gilchrist speculated that incumbent captain Rohit Sharma will retire after the end of the Champions Trophy in March. He further expects one between Jasprit Bumrah or Virat Kohli to lead the Test team during India's next assignment in June, while Michael Vaughan …

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