‘Dravid wanted even a bottle to be kept in order. With Gambhir, there’s no such pressure': Ashwin on India head coach
5 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Dravid wanted even a bottle to be kept in order. With Gambhir, there’s no such pressure': Ashwin on India head coach

Hindustan Times  

It's been a little over two months since Gautam Gambhir took over as India's head coach from Rahul Dravid. Indian Coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma after winning the first test cricket match against Bangladesh The India all-rounder, who was Player of the Match for his stellar performance with both bat and ball in the series-opener against Bangladesh on his home ground, said Gambhir is far more relaxed in the dressing room than the legendary Dravid. Giving an example to highlight the difference between Gambhir and Dravid's methods inside the dressing room, Ashwin said Gambhir is not as particular about certain things as Dravid is. India eye series sweep on Gambhir's Test debut Gambhir took over as Team India's head coach after Rahul Dravid's tenure ended following India's T20 World Cup triumph.

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Gambhir told to use his Champions Trophy trump card for England Tests in startling suggestion: 'It's a swollen nerve...'
1 week, 1 day 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, 3 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 …

Watch: Gautam Gambhir reaches Mussorie to attend Rishabh Pant's sister's wedding
1 week, 3 days ago

Watch: Gautam Gambhir reaches Mussorie to attend Rishabh Pant's sister's wedding

India Today  

Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir arrived in Mussorie on Wednesday, March 12 to attend wicketkepeer batter Rishabh Pant’s sister Sakshi’s wedding. pic.twitter.com/ov1ZxQslBlANI March 12, 2025 In the Champions Trophy, Gambhir had his first major success as the head coach of team India after taking over the reins in July 2024. Fresh from the T20 World Cup win in …

Gambhir Gambhir on 'fabulous' rapport with Rohit Sharma: He is a good human being
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Gambhir Gambhir on 'fabulous' rapport with Rohit Sharma: He is a good human being

India Today  

Head coach Gautam Gambhir said he shares a "fabulous relationship" with Indian men’s captain Rohit Sharma. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Gambhir and Rohit first worked together during the tour of Sri Lanka last year. Rohit and Gambhir also faced scrutiny for losing a home Test series 0-3 to New Zealand last year, but their run to the …

Champions Trophy 2025: Fresh trouble in Indian camp as star cricketer reportedly slams Gambhir for leaving him out of XI
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Fresh trouble in Indian camp as star cricketer reportedly slams Gambhir for leaving him out of XI

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The concerned cricketer, whose name has not been mentioned in the report, is at loggerheads with head coach Gautam Gambhir for not considering him for the wicketkeeper-batter’s role despite his seniority in the Indian team. According to Times Now, an active Indian wicketkeeper-batter is frustrated with head coach Gautam Gambhir ahead of the Men in Blue’s Champions Trophy opener. However, …

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

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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, …

Gautam Gambhir clears air on Rishabh Pant’s chances at Champions Trophy 2025, clarifies India’s wicketkeeper conundrum
1 month, 1 week ago

Gautam Gambhir clears air on Rishabh Pant’s chances at Champions Trophy 2025, clarifies India’s wicketkeeper conundrum

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Rishabh Pant will have to wait for his chances in ODIs, confirmed Gautam Gambhir after the India head coach made it clear that KL Rahul is first-choice wicketkeeper going into the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. For Gautam Gambhir, including KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant is not possible. This was Gautam Gambhir's his first ODI series win as India head coach. …

No place for Siraj? Gautam Gambhir slammed for big call in Champions Trophy squad
1 month, 1 week ago

No place for Siraj? Gautam Gambhir slammed for big call in Champions Trophy squad

India Today  

Indian cricket fans were left annoyed after Mohammed Siraj was once again ignored by the selectors for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. India announced their final squad for the mega event on Tuesday, February 11 as they replaced injured fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah with youngster Harshit Rana, who recently made his ODI debut in the ongoing series against England. The …

‘You are creating insecurity; it might come back and hurt you’: Zaheer Khan on Gautam Gambhir's ‘flexible’ approach
1 month, 1 week ago

‘You are creating insecurity; it might come back and hurt you’: Zaheer Khan on Gautam Gambhir's ‘flexible’ approach

Hindustan Times  

As things stand now, uncertainty is the only certainty in India's white-ball approach under head coach Gautam Gambhir. And that, sooner rather than later, might come back to hurt Team India in some way or another, feels Gambhir's former teammate and the highest wicket-taker of India in the 2011 ODI World Cup Zaheer Khan. India's captain Rohit Sharma speaks with …

Gautam Gambhir's coaching tactics questioned by former stars: 'India didn't get the batting order right'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

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

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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 …

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'

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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 …

‘Openers are fixed but…’: India vice-captain reveals Gautam Gambhir's ‘floaters’ plan in middle-order vs ENG in T20Is
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2 months ago

‘Openers are fixed but…’: India vice-captain reveals Gautam Gambhir's ‘floaters’ plan in middle-order vs ENG in T20Is

Hindustan Times  

Team India vice-captain Axar Patel has revealed that the team management has decided to use a flexible middle order in the upcoming T20Is against England. Under Suryakumar Yadav’s leadership, the team has thrived, with emerging talents like Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy making significant strides alongside established players such as Sanju Samson, Rinku Singh and Hardik. Talking to reporters …

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 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, 1 week 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, 1 week ago

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

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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, 1 week ago

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

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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

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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 …

'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 …

‘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 …

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 …

’Gautam Gambhir hasn’t been on top of his game tactically…’: Ex-cricketer after IND vs AUS BGT 2024-25 debacle
2 months, 1 week ago

’Gautam Gambhir hasn’t been on top of his game tactically…’: Ex-cricketer after IND vs AUS BGT 2024-25 debacle

Live Mint  

Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif has shared his views about Gautam Gambhir as head coach and raised questions on team selection during the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia. Kaif also criticised Gambhir for omitting Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin from India's playing XI in the opening Test. India's performance under Gambhir's coaching Since replacing Rahul Dravid after India's …

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 …

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 …

Gautam Gambhir vs Andrew McDonald: How the Australian think tank outwitted India
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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 …

Gautam Gambhir’s Test tactics leave India on slippery slope
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Yuvraj Singh’s father takes indirect dig at Gautam Gambhir for Virat Kohli’s struggles in Border-Gavaskar Trophy
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Yuvraj Singh’s father takes indirect dig at Gautam Gambhir for Virat Kohli’s struggles in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

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Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh's father Yograj Singh blamed head coach Gautam Gambhir indirectly for Virat Kohli's woeful run against the deliveries outside off-stump in the recently-concluded Border Gavaskar Trophy against Australia Down Under. Known to speak his heart out, Yograj held Gambhir responsible for not guiding Kohli without naming him, stating the former India opener needed to be less …

Rohit, Virat still have the hunger: India coach Gautam Gambhir
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Gautam Gambhir Press Conference: India head coach speaks on Rohit, Kohli's future, dissects where things went wrong in BGT
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir Press Conference: India head coach speaks on Rohit, Kohli's future, dissects where things went wrong in BGT

Firstpost  

In a candid press conference, India head coach Gautam Gambhir addressed pressing questions about the futures of senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Gautam Gambhir spoke about Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's future with the Indian cricket team in his press conference after the Border-Gavaskar Trophy ende. Rohit and Kohli’s prolonged poor form has raised questions over their future, …

‘Gautam Gambhir should be sacked with immediate effect’: Head Coach under fire after India’s BGT loss to Australia
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Gautam Gambhir should be sacked with immediate effect’: Head Coach under fire after India’s BGT loss to Australia

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India’s nine-year dominance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy came to an end as Australia clinched the series 3-1 with a six-wicket victory in the 5th Test. “Like this tweet If you also think Gautam Gambhir is the worst coach til date.” “India won a world cup last year, team is almost same, only Rahul Dravid retired, we got a new coach …

It’s not just Rohit: India coach Gambhir accused of poor communication with players, reportedly finds job on the line
2 months, 2 weeks ago

It’s not just Rohit: India coach Gambhir accused of poor communication with players, reportedly finds job on the line

Firstpost  

Gautam Gambhir has had a largely forgettable run since succeeding Rahul Dravid as India head coach, with the team currently trailing Australia 2-1 in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after suffering a 0-3 whitewash against New Zealand at home. There are plenty of reasons for India’s miserable run in the Test format in recent months, which has seen the two-time World Test …

Gautam Gambhir turns down request to 'allow Rohit Sharma play in Sydney and retire'
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Was Gautam Gambhir BCCI’s ‘compromise’ as Rahul Dravid’s replacement? Report makes startling revelation
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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

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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. …

Gambhir side-steps queries on Rohit Sharma's inclusion in playing XI for Sydney Test
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Gambhir side-steps queries on Rohit Sharma's inclusion in playing XI for Sydney Test

Deccan Chronicle  

Sydney: Asserting that "debates" in the dressing room should not come out in public domain, India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Thursday said he has had some "honest" conversations with his players as only performance can help them stay in the set-up. Gambhir also side-stepped queries on whether out-of-form skipper Rohit Sharma will get a place in the final XI …

Don't take things for granted: Details of Gambhir's fiery dressing room speech
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Gambhir loses cool on Team India players as senior player wants to takeover as captain: Report
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Gambhir loses cool on Team India players as senior player wants to takeover as captain: Report

Firstpost  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir is reportedly not happy with his players playing their ’natural game’ and wants them to follow his instructions. According to a report in the Indian Express, India head coach Gautam Gambhir has warned his players of getting dropped from the team if they don’t “toe the line”. IND vs AUS | Five mistakes that cost …

Gautam Gambhir's position as head coach in danger if performance doesn't improve: Report
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir's position as head coach in danger if performance doesn't improve: Report

India TV News  

Gautam Gambhir will be under the focus when India enter their next Test match against Australia in Sydney on January 3. After a huge loss in the Boxing Day Test, Gambhir reportedly expressed his anger at the players in MCG's dressing room and caused unrest among the players. Under Gambhir's short reign, India suffered a shock ODI series loss to …

Gautam Gambhir was not first choice coach, his position not safe: Report
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir was not first choice coach, his position not safe: Report

India Today  

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 …

Whatever message Gautam Gambhir is passing to India batters is not hitting home
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Whatever message Gautam Gambhir is passing to India batters is not hitting home

Hindustan Times  

Gautam Gambhir’s appointment as Rahul Dravid’s successor in July was greeted with much fanfare and enthusiasm. Indian coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma chat in the nets The feisty former India opener didn’t have any coaching credentials, though he had donned a mentoring role at Lucknow Super Giants for two seasons and then at Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL …

'Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir are not on the same page'
3 months ago

'Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir are not on the same page'

Deccan Chronicle  

Soon after an impressive start to their Border Gavaskar Trophy campaign, Team India had dropped their hats, irking fans and experts alike. Meanwhile, a key observation by a former player revealed a mismatch between captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir, sparking concerns. Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali in his YouTube channel reviewed India's performance down under during the …

'Rohit Sharma, Gambhir not on same page': Adelaide, Brisbane show sparks speculations of divide in India dressing room
3 months ago

'Rohit Sharma, Gambhir not on same page': Adelaide, Brisbane show sparks speculations of divide in India dressing room

Hindustan Times  

India's shoddy performances in the Adelaide Test, where they lost by 10 wickets against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, and in the ongoing third match in Brisbane, sparked speculation from former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali of a divide in the Indian dressing room, with captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir "not being on the same page." India's …

Gautam Gambhir to rejoin Indian team on Tuesday after flying home due to 'personal reasons'
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir to rejoin Indian team on Tuesday after flying home due to 'personal reasons'

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In Gambhir’s absence, assistant coaches Ryan ten Doeschate and Abhishek Nayar and bowling coach Morne Morkel had overseen India’s training ahead of the second Test in Adelaide as well as their practice match in Canberra. Head coach Gautam Gambhir is set to rejoin the Indian team on Tuesday after flying back home due to “personal reasons”, ESPNCricinfo reported on Monday. …

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