Gautam Gambhir vs Andrew McDonald: How the Australian think tank outwitted India
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Gautam Gambhir vs Andrew McDonald: How the Australian think tank outwitted India

India Today  

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Mohammed Siraj—social media was abuzz with criticism of some Indian players after the team's defeat in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Barring their terrific win in Perth and their fight till the final day of the Boxing Day Test match, nothing much went India's way. Congratulations pic.twitter.com/Kj3DzJSMAa — Irfan Pathan January 5, 2025 Preparation for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Australia's preparation for the 2024/25 Test series started nearly four years ago. In the pink-ball Test match, a brave McSweeney played out the entire twilight session without losing his wicket, helping Australia set the stage for a massive 337-run total in the first innings. There was no "stood down" or "rested" or "dropped" nonsense as the Indian team pulled with Rohit Sharma in the final Test match of the series.

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Border Gavaskar Trophy Test series: ICC rates four pitches ‘very good’, SCG track ‘satisfactory’
1 day, 4 hours ago

Border Gavaskar Trophy Test series: ICC rates four pitches ‘very good’, SCG track ‘satisfactory’

The Hindu  

Four out of five pitches used in the recent Border-Gavaskar Test series between India and Australia have been rated ‘very good’ by the ICC, which found the track for the fifth and final game in Sydney to be ‘satisfactory’, Cricket Australia announced on Wednesday. The marquee five-match series ended 3-1 in favour of the hosts, who regained the Border Gavaskar …

Gautam Gambhir’s Test tactics leave India on slippery slope
2 days, 19 hours ago

Gautam Gambhir’s Test tactics leave India on slippery slope

Hindustan Times  

Sydney: It doesn’t take a lot of get Gautam Gambhir angry. India's team head coach Gautam Gambhir looks on during a warm up session on day three of the fifth and final cricket Test match between Australia and India at the Sydney Cricket Ground on January 5, 2025. So, it wasn’t really a surprise that in India’s final press conference …

India stumble to 46-year low under Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir with loss in Border-Gavaskar Trophy
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3 days, 1 hour ago

India stumble to 46-year low under Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir with loss in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Hindustan Times  

2024 presented plenty of ups-and-downs for India, even within Test cricket alone. First with the 3-0 whitewash at home against New Zealand, which was already a low point as it snapped India’s 12-year home dominance, followed by a chastening 3-1 loss in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy as India relinquished that to their opponents for the first time in a decade. On …

From Jasprit Bumrah masterclass to KL Rahul conundrum: Five takeaways from India's Border-Gavaskar series campaign
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3 days, 5 hours ago

From Jasprit Bumrah masterclass to KL Rahul conundrum: Five takeaways from India's Border-Gavaskar series campaign

Hindustan Times  

After a decade of India dominating the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Australia finally wrestled back the rolling trophy with a 3-1 series win sealed at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Bumrah best in world, but workload potentially unsustainable Jasprit Bumrah breathed fire regularly throughout the series, taking a record-breaking 32 wickets at 13.06. India must use pace resources better Although the team missed …

‘Gambhir was getting all the credit for…’: Rohit Sharma believed to have planned bombastic interview
4 days ago

‘Gambhir was getting all the credit for…’: Rohit Sharma believed to have planned bombastic interview

Hindustan Times  

India might have lost the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 1-3, but all the talk right now is regarding Rohit Sharma and how he warmed the bench for the crucial Sydney Test, where India had a chance of levelling the series. Sanjay Manjrekar reckons Rohit Sharma did not want Gautam Gambhir to get credit. / Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar reckons that Rohit …

Rohit, Virat still have the hunger: India coach Gautam Gambhir
4 days ago

Rohit, Virat still have the hunger: India coach Gautam Gambhir

Hindustan Times  

Sydney: No one in the team will say it but they are all surely thinking it. India's team head coach Gautam Gambhir looks on during a warm up session at the Sydney Cricket Ground. “I can’t talk about the future of any player,” Gambhir said at the press conference at the SCG after the series. But ultimately, as we all …

VIDEO- Gambhir on Rohit and Kohli’s future after Border-Gavaskar Trophy defeat: They will plan for best interest of Indian cricket
4 days, 4 hours ago

VIDEO- Gambhir on Rohit and Kohli’s future after Border-Gavaskar Trophy defeat: They will plan for best interest of Indian cricket

The Hindu  

Twice over seven days, Gautam Gambhir has turned up for press conferences. And during the second time he met the media at the Sydney Cricket Ground here on Sunday, the Indian coach refused to reveal a clear road-map for seniors Rohit and Virat Kohli. But yes, they still have the hunger, they still have the passion, they are tough people …

Gautam Gambhir slams Australia coach over Sam Konstas ‘intimidation’ remark: ‘No business talking to Bumrah’
4 days, 4 hours ago

Gautam Gambhir slams Australia coach over Sam Konstas ‘intimidation’ remark: ‘No business talking to Bumrah’

Live Mint  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has lashed out at Sam Konstas over his heated exchange with pacer Jasprit Bumrah during the fifth and final match of the Border Gavaskar Trophy. Not mincing his words, Gambhir said, Konstas had ‘no business’ talking to Jasprit Bumrah when Khwaja was taking his time to get ready. Gautam Gambhir while speaking at the post …

SCG track: Gambhir praises spicy and result-oriented wicket, Gavaskar calls it "not ideal"
4 days, 4 hours ago

SCG track: Gambhir praises spicy and result-oriented wicket, Gavaskar calls it "not ideal"

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, The SCG track was "not ideal" for a Test match, according to batting great Sunil Gavaskar but India head coach Gautam Gambhir praised the wicket as "spicy" and "result-oriented", which had something for everyone. SCG track: Gambhir praises spicy and result-oriented wicket, Gavaskar calls it "not ideal" As many as 26 wickets fell on the first two days while …

Gautam Gambhir fumes at 'insensible' media rumours on Rohit Sharma's Sydney call: When a captain takes such a call…'
4 days, 5 hours ago

Gautam Gambhir fumes at 'insensible' media rumours on Rohit Sharma's Sydney call: When a captain takes such a call…'

Hindustan Times  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir, on Sunday, ended his silence on the reports on captain Rohit Sharma's call to “opt out” of the fifth match of the Border-Gavaskar series and the rumours of an unrest in the Indian camp. Indian cricket team Head coach Gautam Gambhir, player Rohit Sharma inspect the pitch ahead of the fifth and last test match …

Gambhir responds to claims that India ‘intimidated’ young Konstas: It’s a tough sport played by tough men
4 days, 5 hours ago

Gambhir responds to claims that India ‘intimidated’ young Konstas: It’s a tough sport played by tough men

The Hindu  

Sam Konstas has the shots and the words. During Australia’s first innings in the fifth Test here at the Sydney Cricket Ground, the opener exchanged words with Jasprit Bumrah, who was complaining about Usman Khawaja ‘wasting time’ before close of play. Speaking to the media on Sunday, Gambhir said, “It’s a tough sport played by tough men. That was the …

'Konstas had no right, no business talking to Bumrah': Gambhir calls Aussie youngster 'soft' after 'intimidating' blame
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'Konstas had no right, no business talking to Bumrah': Gambhir calls Aussie youngster 'soft' after 'intimidating' blame

Hindustan Times  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has responded strongly to his Australia counterpart Andrew McDonald's claims that India attempted to intimidate Australian debutant Sam Konstas during the tense fifth Test at the SCG. McDonald, Australia's coach, had voiced concerns over the on-field spat between Konstas and India’s captain, Jasprit Bumrah, after the dismissal of Usman Khawaja on the final ball of …

AUS vs IND, 5th Test: Head, Webster help Australia reclaim Border-Gavaskar Trophy
4 days, 6 hours ago

AUS vs IND, 5th Test: Head, Webster help Australia reclaim Border-Gavaskar Trophy

The Hindu  

One man’s absence was massively felt. The six-wicket victory in the fifth and final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday afternoon, helped Pat Cummins and his men to reclaim the Border-Gavaskar Trophy with a 3-1 margin. India’s Jasprit Bumrah, left, shakes hands with Australia’s captain Pat Cummins following the fifth cricket test between India and Australia at the …

Gautam Gambhir’s stern message after India’s BGT 2024-25 loss: ‘I would want everyone to play domestic cricket if they…’
4 days, 6 hours ago

Gautam Gambhir’s stern message after India’s BGT 2024-25 loss: ‘I would want everyone to play domestic cricket if they…’

Live Mint  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir said he wants every cricketer to play domestic cricket if they are committed towards red-ball cricket after their 1-3 loss against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Sunday. While Gambhir didn't name anyone, his message clearly indicates the need for seniors like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to go back to the domestic circuit and …

India out of WTC final as Australia win series 3-1 to reclaim Border-Gavaskar Trophy after 10 years
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4 days, 7 hours ago

India out of WTC final as Australia win series 3-1 to reclaim Border-Gavaskar Trophy after 10 years

Hindustan Times  

Team India will miss out on a place in the World Test Championship final for the first time since the tournament's inception, as the side faced a 6-wicket defeat to Australia in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Sunday. The loss meant Australia win the series after 10 years, claiming a 3-1 victory to secure their …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma still hungry, can't talk about their future: Gautam Gambhir
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4 days, 11 hours ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma still hungry, can't talk about their future: Gautam Gambhir

India Today  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir remained reserved about the future of superstar batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in Test cricket, stating that it is up to the players to decide their own futures. Addressing the press after India’s six-wicket loss in the Sydney Test, which led to conceding the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Gambhir said he is confident that the two …

Sunil Gavaskar says SCG pitch for Australia-India Test is 'not ideal'
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4 days, 11 hours ago

Sunil Gavaskar says SCG pitch for Australia-India Test is 'not ideal'

ABC  

India legend Sunil Gavaskar has questioned the double standards applied to discussions around Test conditions in Australia and India as the SCG Test looks set to wrap up within three days. Quick hits: Bumrah injury rocks India, Pat goes wild and bowlers dominate Photo shows Rishabh Pant swings a bat, Pat Cummins jumps and punches his fist, Bumrah hug Jaiswal …

AUS vs IND: Gautam Gambhir slams Australia's Sam Konstas 'intimidation' remark
4 days, 11 hours ago

AUS vs IND: Gautam Gambhir slams Australia's Sam Konstas 'intimidation' remark

India Today  

India coach Gautam Gambhir has slammed Australia's remark that his side was trying to intimidate young opener Sam Konstas during the Sydney Test. During the post-match press conference, the India coach said it is a tough sport played by tough men, and they can't be soft. AUS vs IND, 5th Test Day 3: Highlights | Scorecard | Report Gambhir claimed …

India can't be Jasprit Bumrah dependent always: Gautam Gambhir after series loss
4 days, 11 hours ago

India can't be Jasprit Bumrah dependent always: Gautam Gambhir after series loss

India Today  

India coach Gautam Gambhir has claimed that India can't always be dependent on Jasprit Bumrah to get them results after their Sydney Test loss on Sunday, January 5. | Sydney Test: Full Scorecard | Speaking at the post-match press conference, Gambhir claimed that it wasn't due to Bumrah's absence the team was unable to get the win. "First of all, …

Gambhir vs Rohit? Sanjay Manjrekar's 'honest' take on captain's candid interview
4 days, 11 hours ago

Gambhir vs Rohit? Sanjay Manjrekar's 'honest' take on captain's candid interview

India Today  

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar said he appreciated Rohit Sharma admitting his poor run with the bat during a candid interview in Sydney, where he opted out of the fifth Test against Australia. However, Manjrekar suggested there might have been "another reason" that prompted Rohit to speak to the broadcasters midway through a crucial Test series decider. IND vs AUS, …

What did you do? Sunil Gavaskar slams Gambhir-led coaching staff after BGT loss
4 days, 11 hours ago

What did you do? Sunil Gavaskar slams Gambhir-led coaching staff after BGT loss

India Today  

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar lashed out at Gautam Gambhir-led coaching staff after India failed to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, losing a five-match Test series in Australia 3-1. For the first time in 10 years, Australia beat India in a Test series as the Asian giants' bid to complete an Australian hat-trick came to a grinding halt. AUS vs IND, 5th Test …

Did India mismanage Jasprit Bumrah vs Australia? Sunil Gavaskar doesn't think so
4 days, 11 hours ago

Did India mismanage Jasprit Bumrah vs Australia? Sunil Gavaskar doesn't think so

India Today  

Sunil Gavaskar said that India did not mismanage Jasprit Bumrah during their Test series on Australian soil. India lost the New Year’s Test against Pat Cummins’ men by six wickets to let go of the Border Gavaskar Trophy after seven years. AUS vs IND, 5th Test Match: Full Scorecard ‘I was praying overnight’ On Day 2 of the Sydney Test, …

‘Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play County cricket’: Manjrekar’s brutal message to selectors in ‘retirement’ remark
4 days, 11 hours ago

‘Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play County cricket’: Manjrekar’s brutal message to selectors in ‘retirement’ remark

Hindustan Times  

The Indian cricket team is currently going through a tough phase, which has been made worse by veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s continued batting struggles. Indian cricket team Head coach Gautam Gambhir with captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during a practice session. But clearly, there is a technical problem and now; there is a problem of confidence as …

"Both attacks blessed with some generational talent": Australia coach on delicately poised final Test against India
4 days, 18 hours ago

"Both attacks blessed with some generational talent": Australia coach on delicately poised final Test against India

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, : Following the end of the second day's play during the fifth and final Test against Australia at Sydney, Australian coach Andrew McDonald said that despite some dominance of Australian bowlers in the match, chasing a low total below 200 runs will be a task coming with plenty of pressure given how effective bowling has been on a tricky …

Pant blitz raises hope, India sweat on Bumrah fitness
4 days, 21 hours ago

Pant blitz raises hope, India sweat on Bumrah fitness

Hindustan Times  

Sydney: Have we had even one sane day of Test cricket in this Border Gavaskar Trophy series? At close of play, the match was interestingly poised — India are 145 runs ahead, thanks largely to a typically mad Rishabh Pant knock of 61 off 33 balls, with four wickets in hand. The hosts were dismissed for 181 in their first …

‘Rishabh Pant has taken the pants off Aussies’: India’s World Cup-winning legend doesn’t hesitate
4 days, 22 hours ago

‘Rishabh Pant has taken the pants off Aussies’: India’s World Cup-winning legend doesn’t hesitate

Hindustan Times  

Rishabh Pant came to India’s rescue on Day 2 of the ongoing fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match, at the SCG on Saturday. 4, Pant smacked a resurgent knock of 61 runs off 33 balls, packed with six fours and four sixes, at a strike rate of 184.85. The knock also saw Pant silence his critics, after being in …

If Bumrah isn’t there, then India would have to come up with a new plan: Australian coach Andrew McDonald
5 days, 2 hours ago

If Bumrah isn’t there, then India would have to come up with a new plan: Australian coach Andrew McDonald

The Hindu  

Australian coach Andrew McDonald reiterated his team’s desire to reclaim the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. There’s no doubt about that.” Asked about the surface on offer for the fifth Test, the coach said, “The ground staff have done an incredible job of creating a wicket with something in it. He is relentless on a length, moves the ball both ways, and it …

A Captain's Resolve: The 5th Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy
5 days, 2 hours ago

A Captain's Resolve: The 5th Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy

Deccan Chronicle  

The atmosphere was electric at the stadium as the 5th and final Test match between Australia and India of the Border Gavaskar Trophy Series approached its climax. However, a worrying cloud loomed over the Indian camp—Jasprit Bumrah, their key bowler, was grappling with a back spasm injury. "Jasprit's back spasm is indeed a concern, but with proper rest and medical …

Australia coach Andrew McDonald accuses India of trying to 'intimidate' Sam Konstas in SCG Test
5 days, 11 hours ago

Australia coach Andrew McDonald accuses India of trying to 'intimidate' Sam Konstas in SCG Test

India TV News  

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has accused India of trying to intimidate youngster Sam Konstas in the dying stages of day 1 of the SCG Test on Friday, January 4. Konstas was involved in a heated exchange with Bumrah after the bowler was unhappy that Usman Khawaja took a long time to get ready to face the balls. However, as …

AUS vs IND: Webster anticipates big Jasprit Bumrah 'challenge' on grassy SCG pitch
6 days, 11 hours ago

AUS vs IND: Webster anticipates big Jasprit Bumrah 'challenge' on grassy SCG pitch

India Today  

Australia all-rounder Beau Webster has acknowledged the significant threat posed by India's stand-in skipper and star pacer Jasprit Bumrah in the ongoing Sydney Test. After an action-packed Day 1 at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Webster highlighted how the nature of the grassy pitch and Bumrah's fiery opening spell could spell trouble for Australia. A dramatic Day 1 of SCG Test …

Make Sam Konstas come for a tour of India: Aakash Chopra after batter's SCG antics
6 days, 11 hours ago

Make Sam Konstas come for a tour of India: Aakash Chopra after batter's SCG antics

India Today  

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has suggested that Australian batting sensation Sam Konstas, who has impressed in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, might face a reality check on a Test tour to India. The 19-year-old, known for his performances and on-field antics, stirred mixed reactions during the series, particularly after his heated exchanges with stand-in Indian captain Jasprit Bumrah. Chopra shared …

AUS vs IND, 5th Test: Rohit Sharma ‘rested’ for Sydney Test vs Australia
6 days, 12 hours ago

AUS vs IND, 5th Test: Rohit Sharma ‘rested’ for Sydney Test vs Australia

The Hindu  

India captain Rohit Sharma was excluded from the Playing XI for the fifth and final Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday. Whatever is in the team’s best interest we are looking to do that.” India made two changes in the playing XI with Rohit going out and Akash Deep ruled out due to a back issue. …

Gautam Gambhir turns down request to 'allow Rohit Sharma play in Sydney and retire'
6 days, 19 hours ago

Gautam Gambhir turns down request to 'allow Rohit Sharma play in Sydney and retire'

Hindustan Times  

Amid constant speculation of his future and place in the Indian Test team, following a dwindling return with the bat since September, captain Rohit Sharma reportedly 'opted out' of the playing XI on the eve of the fifth and final Test match against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Indian coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma chat in the …

From Perth to Sydney: A study in contrasts
6 days, 21 hours ago

From Perth to Sydney: A study in contrasts

Hindustan Times  

Sydney: It’s not how you start but how you finish that really matters. Led by Jasprit Bumrah, India had pulled off a remarkable win and the words being thrown around about Australia’s performance were “humiliation” and “disintegration”. India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir speaks with Jasprit Bumrah during a practice session ahead of the Test in Sydney. “If someone had said …

India coach coy on picking struggling captain Rohit Sharma for final Australia Test
1 week ago

India coach coy on picking struggling captain Rohit Sharma for final Australia Test

The Independent  

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Rohit Sharma tells Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir he's 'opting out' of 5th Test vs Australia; Shubman Gill back at No. 3
1 week ago

Rohit Sharma tells Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir he's 'opting out' of 5th Test vs Australia; Shubman Gill back at No. 3

Hindustan Times  

India is all set to be captained by Jasprit Bumrah in the fifth and final Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground starting Friday after skipper Rohit Sharma decided to give himself a rest. Rohit Sharma could well have played his last Test match A day after the news of unrest in the Indian dressing room emerged, Rohit briefly …

AUS vs IND, 5th Test: Gambhir ‘extremely confident’ of drawing series, says ‘team-first’ ideology matters
1 week ago

AUS vs IND, 5th Test: Gambhir ‘extremely confident’ of drawing series, says ‘team-first’ ideology matters

The Hindu  

Deep in the basement of the Sydney Cricket Ground, Gautam Gambhir had to deal with the microscopic details of the current team and the macroscopic need of an efficient transition. Speaking to the media ahead of the fifth Test, the Indian coach offered an optimistic note: “If someone had said 40 or 45 days ago that we would be in …

Will Rohit Sharma play in Sydney? Gambhir says decision to be made ‘after a look at the wicket’
1 week ago

Will Rohit Sharma play in Sydney? Gambhir says decision to be made ‘after a look at the wicket’

The Hindu  

Never has an Indian captain’s stint in the nets and his body language been analysed so threadbare. But it all happened at the Sydney Cricket Ground, and Rohit Sharma was in the centre of it all, on the eve of the fifth and final Test against Australia. The head coach is here; I think that should be fine; that should …

Was Gautam Gambhir BCCI’s ‘compromise’ as Rahul Dravid’s replacement? Report makes startling revelation
1 week ago

Was Gautam Gambhir BCCI’s ‘compromise’ as Rahul Dravid’s replacement? Report makes startling revelation

Live Mint  

Gautam Gambhir ushered a new era in Indian cricket, when he was named as Rahul Dravid's replacement as the head coach of the men's senior national team. With two Indian Premier League titles as captain, and two playoff finishes and a title as a mentor, the former India cricketer looked to be the obvious choice to carry on Dravid's legacy. …

Sydney Test: Gambhir Stresses 'Team First' Amid Injury Setback
1 week ago

Sydney Test: Gambhir Stresses 'Team First' Amid Injury Setback

Deccan Chronicle  

For team India the first test match of the new year will also be a test of its mettle with the side down 1-2 in the five test series against arch-rivals Australia. We had just one conversation in our dressing room - how we will win the next test, as it is important for us," Gambhir said.The team will have …

Gautam Gambhir refuses to confirm Rohit Sharma in India XI for Sydney Test: ‘Head coach is here, that should be enough’
1 week ago

Gautam Gambhir refuses to confirm Rohit Sharma in India XI for Sydney Test: ‘Head coach is here, that should be enough’

Hindustan Times  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir remains non-committal on whether captain Rohit Sharma will feature in their final Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Gambhir appeared in the pre-match press conference as opposed to Rohit, despite captains normally appearing for the interaction on the eve of matches Notably, the win in Perth came under the captaincy of ace pacer …

Rishabh Pant to be axed from India XI as Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir plan strict action; Akash Deep out of Sydney Test
1 week ago

Rishabh Pant to be axed from India XI as Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir plan strict action; Akash Deep out of Sydney Test

Hindustan Times  

India could be expected to make a couple of changes to the playing XI when they take the field at the Sydney Cricket Ground later this week, aiming to save the series and retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Rishabh Pant had stitched a 88-run partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal to provide the team with some hope before India collapsed after Tea …

Don't take things for granted: Details of Gambhir's fiery dressing room speech
1 week ago

Don't take things for granted: Details of Gambhir's fiery dressing room speech

India Today  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir delivered a strongly-worded speech in the dressing room following the team’s 184-run defeat to Australia in Melbourne, critically assessing both the performance and attitude of the players. Gambhir’s address, a stern yet constructive talk, was made in front of the entire squad, including senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Gautam Gambhir did not confirm …

AUS vs IND: Can India rise above chaos and taste rare success in Sydney Test?
1 week ago

AUS vs IND: Can India rise above chaos and taste rare success in Sydney Test?

India Today  

India couldn’t have started their tour of Australia more handsomely. Had Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah not avoided the follow-on in Brisbane, it could well have been curtains for India in the series and World Test Championship even with the rain-gods helping them. Pathan, India’s hero in the 72-run victory in the 2007 Perth Test, said that information inside the …

AUS vs IND: Sydney Spirit of 2021 is what wounded India needs for series finale
1 week ago

AUS vs IND: Sydney Spirit of 2021 is what wounded India needs for series finale

India Today  

As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy finale looms at the Sydney Cricket Ground on January 3, India finds itself at a crossroads. Fans hope the team will channel the spirit of the 2021 SCG Test, a masterclass in grit and determination that cemented India’s place in cricketing folklore. Reports of head coach Gautam Gambhir reprimanding players in the dressing room for prioritising …

Split Wide Open: Gambhir, Rohit ignore each other on Sydney Test eve
1 week ago

Split Wide Open: Gambhir, Rohit ignore each other on Sydney Test eve

India Today  

It was around half past one when Gautam Gambhir walked towards the centre strip at the Sydney Cricket Ground with Jasprit Bumrah in tow. A few minutes later, Rohit Sharma also joined the duo in the middle but there was hardly any communication between the head coach and the designated captain. Rohit Sharma is no longer in coach Gautam Gambhir’s …

Transition phase in Test team has already begun, says coach Gautam Gambhir
1 week ago

Transition phase in Test team has already begun, says coach Gautam Gambhir

India Today  

Head coach Gautam Gambhir acknowledged that a transition phase in the Test team has begun but emphasised that it is not about phasing out senior players, as India prepare for the next cycle of the World Test Championship. Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Full Coverage Questions about Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s place in the side have intensified after India conceded an unbeatable …

Will Rohit Sharma play in Sydney Test? Gautam Gambhir evades questions
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1 week ago

Will Rohit Sharma play in Sydney Test? Gautam Gambhir evades questions

India Today  

India coach Gautam Gambhir declined to confirm whether captain Rohit Sharma would play in the Sydney Test against Australia when asked directly about his inclusion. While Gambhir confirmed that India would miss fast bowler Akash Deep due to an injury, he remained non-committal regarding the team combination and Rohit’s inclusion in the playing XI. When asked if Rohit would feature …

Experts raise eyebrows on Gautam Gambhir’s handling of India’s transition amidst BGT debacle: Here’s why
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1 week ago

Experts raise eyebrows on Gautam Gambhir’s handling of India’s transition amidst BGT debacle: Here’s why

Live Mint  

As Indian cricket deals with the fading form of its two stalwarts in captain Rohit Sharma and senior batter Virat Kohli, head coach Gautam Gambhir and his support staff's role in handling a team in transition has also come into focus. But it is also reliably learnt that Gambhir, who is considered a more assertive person, hasn't earned a lot …

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