Relationship with Gambhir, BCCI's diktat and more: Biggest talking points from Rohit Sharma's press conference
2 months, 1 week ago

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

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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 England and the 2025 Champions Trophy were revealed. The press conference was delayed by more than two hours and as far as India’s squad for the Champions Trophy is concerned, there weren’t many surprises barring Mohammed Siraj’s exclusion. The point of team bonding exercises and players’ availability were among the points of discussion during the recent BCCI review meeting, which Rohit, Agarkar, head coach Gautam Gambhir, new secretary Devajit Saikia attended along with other top BCCI officials.

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Despite Virat Kohli's complaint, BCCI says family policy for Team India players will not change
6 days, 20 hours ago

Despite Virat Kohli's complaint, BCCI says family policy for Team India players will not change

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Despite Virat Kohli expressing concerns over the restrictions on family members accompanying Team India players during tours, the BCCI has made it clear that the policy will remain unchanged. Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary general Devajit Saikia has refuted reports that the cricketing body was willing to relax rules related to family members’ presence on overseas tours. …

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia shuts rumours on board rethinking 'family rule' after Virat Kohli's criticism
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1 week ago

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia shuts rumours on board rethinking 'family rule' after Virat Kohli's criticism

Hindustan Times  

India batter Virat Kohli's recent criticism of BCCI's policy towards family on overseas tours sparked reports that the Indian board might rethink the rule. However, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia shut the rumours on Wednesday, confirming that the policy, along with the rest of the newly-formulated SOPs for the Indian team "will remain intact." BCCI reacted to Virat Kohli's criticism of …

BCCI mulling a U-turn on family policy after Virat Kohli's open criticism: Report
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1 week, 1 day ago

BCCI mulling a U-turn on family policy after Virat Kohli's open criticism: Report

Hindustan Times  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India might reconsider changing its family policy. This comes days after star batter Virat Kohli openly criticised the new rule, talking about the importance of having loved ones nearby, as competitive sports can become lonely if performances are not up to the mark. After Virat Kohli's open criticism, the BCCI might consider changing …

'Rather than commenting on this, concentrate on what we can control': India pacer's verdict on BCCI's family diktat
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1 week, 3 days ago

'Rather than commenting on this, concentrate on what we can control': India pacer's verdict on BCCI's family diktat

Hindustan Times  

India and Delhi Capitals bowler Mohit Sharma reacted to BCCI's revised policy regarding family members accompanying players on tours. While the debate has drawn strong reactions from cricketers, including Virat Kohli, Mohit had a rather balanced verdict, emphasizing that players should focus on what is within their control. Rather than commenting on such matters, we should concentrate on what we …

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

BCCI cracks whip against head coach Gautam Gambhir, his personal assistant denied permission to travel with Team India: Report
1 month, 3 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. …

Netizens split over Rohit Sharma’s complaint to BCCI against Sunil Gavaskar’s criticism
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Netizens split over Rohit Sharma’s complaint to BCCI against Sunil Gavaskar’s criticism

Hindustan Times  

Netizens are split after news broke that Rohit Sharma has filed a complaint against cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar following his critical remarks about Rohit's performance in the ongoing Ranji series. Rohit Sharma has reportedly filed a complaint against Sunil Gavaskar Reports suggest that Rohit Sharma wasn’t pleased with Gavaskar's comments and lodged an official complaint with the Board of Control …

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

BCCI breaks silence on Rohit Sharma's 'travel' to Pakistan, confirms it will follow 'ICC rule' after jersey furore
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2 months ago

BCCI breaks silence on Rohit Sharma's 'travel' to Pakistan, confirms it will follow 'ICC rule' after jersey furore

Hindustan Times  

Team India's participation in pre-tournament engagements for the upcoming Champions Trophy remains uncertain, with discussions ongoing about whether captain Rohit Sharma will travel to Pakistan for official media activities. Rohit Sharma and Babar Azam "Whether Rohit Sharma travels to Pakistan for ICC media engagements is something that's still not decided," said BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, addressing the speculation surrounding the …

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?

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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, 1 week 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 to meet BCCI secretary on family policies? India skipper's audio leak from press conference goes viral
2 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma to meet BCCI secretary on family policies? India skipper's audio leak from press conference goes viral

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma had his mic on as he seated himself for the press conference along with Ajit Agarkar in Mumbai on Saturday. The India captain could be heard telling Agarkar about having a discussion on family policies with BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia. Rohit Sharma accidentally said on mic to Ajit Agarkar during the press conference that he would like to …

‘Sab mereko bol rahe…’: Rohit Sharma’s mic gaffe reveals potential chat with BCCI secretary on new family policy
2 months, 1 week ago

‘Sab mereko bol rahe…’: Rohit Sharma’s mic gaffe reveals potential chat with BCCI secretary on new family policy

Live Mint  

India captain Rohit Sharma has made yet another inadvertent comment, this time at the Champions Trophy 2025 squad announcement press conference in Mumbai. Meanwhile, Rohit did not officially acknowledge the BCCI's new travel policy, asking what the source of this information was. Ajit Agarkar also talked about reported travel policy put in place by the BCCI, saying, "We'll probably talk …

Rohit Sharma forgets mic is on, accidentally spills confidential info that prove BCCI's new protocols are indeed true
2 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma forgets mic is on, accidentally spills confidential info that prove BCCI's new protocols are indeed true

Hindustan Times  

A number of questions that came up in the days after the Border-Gavaskar Trophy were answered by India captain Rohit Sharma and chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar on Saturday as they announced the squad for the 2025 Champions Trophy and the preceding ODI series against England in a press conference. Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar current chairman …

Rohit Sharma snaps at reporter over new rules: Has it come officially from BCCI?
2 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma snaps at reporter over new rules: Has it come officially from BCCI?

India Today  

Indian captain Rohit Sharma was visibly irked during the Champions Trophy squad announcement press conference when asked about a set of new rules reportedly introduced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India. As reported by India Today, the BCCI has introduced a new set of rules to install "discipline and unity" within the national team after back-to-back series …

Rohit Sharma's chat with Ajit Agarkar before press conference goes viral
2 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma's chat with Ajit Agarkar before press conference goes viral

India Today  

Before the Champions Trophy press conference that took place on Saturday, January 18, Indian captain, Rohit Sharma was heard having a chat with chief selector Ajit Agarkar. Champions Trophy India squad announcement Highlights “Mere ko 1 dhed ghanta baithna padega. India Today recently reported that the BCCI decided to curb family time for the Indian players on international tours. Rohit …

‘Have to talk to secretary’ - Rohit Sharma accidentally spills beans on BCCI’s new policy on family guideline
2 months, 1 week ago

‘Have to talk to secretary’ - Rohit Sharma accidentally spills beans on BCCI’s new policy on family guideline

India TV News  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India imposed strict guidelines on the players after a humiliating 3-1 defeat to Australia earlier in the month. Following that, the BCCI officials issued new guidelines where the players are not allowed to be accompanied by their family for more than 14 days in a long tour and they have also made it …

Harbhajan questions Gambhir's authority over admin issues, says 'wives' unfairly blamed: 'Coach's job is on field'
2 months, 1 week ago

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

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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, 1 week 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 …

BCCI Goes 'Gambhir Way': 10-point diktat for players as coach seeks to end "Star Culture"
2 months, 1 week ago

BCCI Goes 'Gambhir Way': 10-point diktat for players as coach seeks to end "Star Culture"

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, Cracking the whip on the Indian cricket team's "star culture", the BCCI on Thursday unveiled a 10-point policy to promote "discipline and unity", making domestic cricket mandatory, imposing restriction on the presence of families and personal staff on tours and banning individual commercial endorsements during ongoing series. BCCI Goes 'Gambhir Way': 10-point diktat for players as coach seeks …

BCCI considering expanding Gautam Gambhir-led Indian men's support staff: Report
2 months, 1 week 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 …

BCCI limits family time on tours after coach Gautam Gambhir's frustration: Source
2 months, 1 week ago

BCCI limits family time on tours after coach Gautam Gambhir's frustration: Source

India Today  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India decided to curb family time for the Indian players on international tours. BCCI's reaction came after two woeful Test series losses against New Zealand and Australia under the duo of Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir. Speaking to India Today on the conditions of anonymity, sources said that Gambhir wants to root out …

BCCI comes up with ten-point policy, severe sanctions if not followed
2 months, 1 week ago

BCCI comes up with ten-point policy, severe sanctions if not followed

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: If a BCCI document in circulation is to be believed, players falling foul of a new ten-point guideline could face sanctions, including being banned from the cash-rich Indian Premier League. Additionally, the BCCI reserves the right to take disciplinary action against a player which may include sanction against the concerned player from participating in all BCCI conducted tournaments including …

'Why was Gambhir's PA inside selectors' car and having breakfast with Team India members? No privacy': BCCI official
2 months, 1 week ago

'Why was Gambhir's PA inside selectors' car and having breakfast with Team India members? No privacy': BCCI official

Hindustan Times  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir who is already under a lot of pressure because of India's poor performances in the home series against New Zealand and in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, could land in more trouble because of his personal assistant. Speaking to news agency PTI on conditions of anonymity, an irritated BCCI official raised questions about the presence …

BCCI bars wives, family from accompanying players on tours to better performance; action taken against Gambhir's manager
2 months, 1 week ago

BCCI bars wives, family from accompanying players on tours to better performance; action taken against Gambhir's manager

Hindustan Times  

In the wake of India's poor show in Test cricket, where they suffered an unprecedented 0-3 loss against New Zealand at home and lost 1-3 in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia, the BCCI reportedly took the strict action of barring wives and family from accompanying players on the tours in a bid to improve performance. The decision was taken …

BCCI’s Rajeev Shukla denies rift between Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir, says ‘rubbish’ being spread by media
2 months, 1 week ago

BCCI’s Rajeev Shukla denies rift between Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir, says ‘rubbish’ being spread by media

Firstpost  

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla also extended his support for the out-of-form Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma, who had collected just 31 runs in the Test series against Australia at an average of 6.2. Relations between India Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir appear to have nosedived in recent weeks, especially during the tour of …

BCCI meets Gambhir, Rohit, other key members
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

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

Rohit Sharma interview: Ex-cricketer reminds India captain ‘to respect the hierarchy’, says ’playing for India is not…’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma interview: Ex-cricketer reminds India captain ‘to respect the hierarchy’, says ’playing for India is not…’

Live Mint  

Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar sent a strong message to the current batch of players, stating one has to respect the hierarchy in Indian cricket and can't decide his own 'future'. Manjrekar's comments come in after Rohit Sharma's remarks on retirement in a interview recently during the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney. Following his barren run with the bat in …

Gautam Gambhir Press Conference: India head coach speaks on Rohit, Kohli's future, dissects where things went wrong in BGT
2 months, 3 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’s stern message after India’s BGT 2024-25 loss: ‘I would want everyone to play domestic cricket if they…’
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Rohit Sharma’s boys unable to gel with Gautam Gambhir amidst BGT debacle! Here’s what report says
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma’s boys unable to gel with Gautam Gambhir amidst BGT debacle! Here’s what report says

Live Mint  

Despite a cocktail of speculations pouring out on what led Indian skipper Rohit Sharma to 'opt-out' from the fifth and final Test against Australia in Sydney, with the additive spice of players' relations with India head coach Gautam Gambhir, another report by The Australian claimed the players broke into different groups as they ventured out to celebrate the Perth win. …

It’s not just Rohit: India coach Gambhir accused of poor communication with players, reportedly finds job on the line
2 months, 3 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, 3 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 …

Don't take things for granted: Details of Gambhir's fiery dressing room speech
2 months, 3 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 …

Experts raise eyebrows on Gautam Gambhir’s handling of India’s transition amidst BGT debacle: Here’s why
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2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Team India stars feeling 'insecure' under Gautam Gambhir, clarity in communication not same as Dravid, Shastri: Report
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Team India stars feeling 'insecure' under Gautam Gambhir, clarity in communication not same as Dravid, Shastri: Report

Hindustan Times  

The role of head coach Gautam Gambhir in managing an Indian team in transition has come under increasing scrutiny. India's coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma chat in the nets at the Melbourne Cricket Ground While the team’s on-field struggles are evident, off-field issues are beginning to bubble up. According to a report from PTI, Gambhir is facing growing …

‘Keep him away from such duties’: Sanjay Manjrekar advises BCCI to never send Gautam Gambhir for pressers
4 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Keep him away from media: Former India player attacks Gambhir
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Keep him away from media: Former India player attacks Gambhir

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Launching an unexpected scathing attack on Gautam Gambhir, former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar on Monday said the India head coach lacks the "right demeanour and words" while interacting with the press and urged the BCCI to keep him away from the media duties. Manjrekar's comments came hours after Gambhir addressed media in pre-departure press conference ahead of the …

Keep Gautam Gambhir away…: Sanjay Manjrekar tells BCCI after India coach's Monday press conference
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Keep Gautam Gambhir away…: Sanjay Manjrekar tells BCCI after India coach's Monday press conference

Hindustan Times  

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has requested the BCCI to keep Gautam Gambhir away from media interactions as the team departs for Australia to play a gruelling five-Test series for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Gambhir addressed the media in India's pre-departure press conference, where he answered a range of burning questions – from the series defeat against New Zealand to the …

Manjrekar says Gambhir should stay away from the press. Here's what our DRS thinks
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Manjrekar says Gambhir should stay away from the press. Here's what our DRS thinks

India Today  

Gautam Gambhir's interaction with the press in Mumbai on Monday, November 11, was eventful. However, former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar, in a strongly-worded statement, criticised Gambhir's press conference, saying the Indian cricket board should keep him away from press duties. Although, this was totally unnecessary and uncalled for by Mr. Manjrekar, Saransh Thapan Head Coach Gautam Gambhir facing the Australian …

Gautam Gambhir lacks right demeanour, words: Manjrekar critiques press meet
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir lacks right demeanour, words: Manjrekar critiques press meet

India Today  

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar criticised Gautam Gambhir, saying he 'does not have the right demeanour' to speak to the media after the head coach addressed a press conference in Mumbai before his departure to Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Sanjay Manjrekar's explosive comments come hours after Gautam Gambhir put on a brave face and handled questions from the press …

Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir grilled in a six-hour meeting with Jay Shah, Binny; selection calls 'not unanimous': Report
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir grilled in a six-hour meeting with Jay Shah, Binny; selection calls 'not unanimous': Report

Hindustan Times  

In the aftermath of India’s stunning 0-3 loss to New Zealand in the Test series, the BCCI convened an extensive review meeting to address a range of concerns surrounding team selection, coaching strategies, and on-field decisions. Held with the objective of dissecting the series debacle, the six-hour meeting included key stakeholders such as skipper Rohit Sharma, chairman of selectors Ajit …

BCCI holds six-hour-long meeting with Rohit Sharma, Ajit Agarkar after New Zealand debacle: Report
4 months, 2 weeks ago

BCCI holds six-hour-long meeting with Rohit Sharma, Ajit Agarkar after New Zealand debacle: Report

India TV News  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has reportedly conducted a six-hour-long meeting with India captain Rohit Sharma, chief selector Ajit Agarkar and head coach Gautam Gambhir after the team's 0-3 whitewash against New Zealand at home. The Indian Board is now in a postmortem mode and has conducted a lengthy meeting ahead of the Border-Gavaskar series, which will …

BCCI conducts 6-hour review meeting with Gambhir, Rohit after New Zealand whitewash
4 months, 2 weeks ago

BCCI conducts 6-hour review meeting with Gambhir, Rohit after New Zealand whitewash

India Today  

The BCCI has conducted an exhaustive review of India's shock 0-3 debacle against New Zealand, with the selection of a rank turner for the Mumbai Test, resting Jasprit Bumrah, and Gautam Gambhir's coaching style being discussed threadbare. Skipper Rohit Sharma, chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar, and head coach Gambhir were in attendance along with BCCI secretary Jay Shah and president …

India squad for ODI World Cup: A tale of notable exclusions and BCCI's lack of communication
3 years, 2 months ago

India squad for ODI World Cup: A tale of notable exclusions and BCCI's lack of communication

Firstpost  

India’s squad for ODI World Cup includes eyebrow-raising decisions but BCCI didn’t find it important enough to hold a press conference for selectors to explain the decisions. The selection panel’s latest act — India’s squad for the 2022 ODI World Cup in New Zealand — has once again led to intense debate over some of the surprising omissions as Mithali …

Rohit Sharma situation required clear communication with Ravi Shastri, Sunil Joshi, physio: Gautam Gambhir
4 years, 3 months ago

Rohit Sharma situation required clear communication with Ravi Shastri, Sunil Joshi, physio: Gautam Gambhir

India Today  

All the ruckus surrounding the Rohit Sharma conundrum started off when the BCCI first revealed the 3 squads, in the last week of October for the Australia tour. However, former India cricketer Gautam Gambhir believes that this situation could’ve been easily avoided and only 3 people needed to be involved in the communication chain. “The Rohit Sharma situation could’ve been …

More confusion than clarity: Lack of transparency fuels speculations in Rohit Sharma's injury saga
4 years, 4 months ago

More confusion than clarity: Lack of transparency fuels speculations in Rohit Sharma's injury saga

India TV News  

The saga surrounding Rohit Sharma's injury and his absence from Team India's squad in Australia has attained mysterious proportions with each passing day. November 3: BCCI President Sourav Ganguly talks about Rohit Sharma's injury for the first time in public. Among other changes, it was announced that Rohit Sharma had been "rested" for the limited-povers series to "regain full fitness …

BCCI wants Madan Lal, Gambhir to be part of Cricket Advisory Committee
5 years, 2 months ago

BCCI wants Madan Lal, Gambhir to be part of Cricket Advisory Committee

The Hindu  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has approached World Cup winners Madan Lal and Gautam Gambhir, the former India cricketers, to be a part of the Cricket Advisory Committee. While Madan Lal, the 1983 World Cup winner who also served as India coach in the 1990s, said he is “willing to contribute to Indian cricket in every possible …

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