Gautam Gambhir to fly back to India due to 'personal reasons,' will join Team India before 2nd Test vs Australia
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir to fly back to India due to 'personal reasons,' will join Team India before 2nd Test vs Australia

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Gautam Gambhir is planning to return to India midway through the Australia series due to ‘personal reasons’ but he will back with the Indian cricket team before the second Test in Adelaide. PTI Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir will be returning to India midway through the tour of Australia due to “personal reasons,” it was revealed on Tuesday. India were without regular captain Rohit Sharma in the Perth Test as he had also stayed back in India due to personal reasons. IND vs AUS | Australia punished for poor memory as Team India ambush Cummins and Co with memorable performance in Perth Meanwhile, India’s stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah who orchestrated a famous win at Perth said that keeping belief in their abilities and trusting the process helped the team bounce back and win the first Test despite getting bowled out for just 150 on Day 1.

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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 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, 1 day 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, 2 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 …

Gautam Gambhir breaks the wall with Champions Trophy triumph but coaching redemption far from complete
1 week, 3 days ago

Gautam Gambhir breaks the wall with Champions Trophy triumph but coaching redemption far from complete

Hindustan Times  

Gautam Gambhir has once again demonstrated his knack for success, this time steering the Indian cricket team to victory in a new role – as head coach. The former cricketer, instrumental in India’s triumphs at the 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 ODI World Cup, added another ICC title to his illustrious record in his debut major white-ball coaching …

Gautam Gambhir Recites ‘Sher’ With Sidhu, Sidesteps ‘Bhangra’ After India’s Champions Trophy Win — WATCH
1 week, 3 days ago

Gautam Gambhir Recites ‘Sher’ With Sidhu, Sidesteps ‘Bhangra’ After India’s Champions Trophy Win — WATCH

ABP News  

Indian cricket team, their fans and supporters were left overjoyed as India clinched the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 title on March 9 with a thrilling four-wicket win over Mitchell Santner-led New Zealand in the final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Notably, the Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir, usually known for his stoic demeanour, couldn't hold back his …

Learn art of overcoming obstacles: Gautam Gambhir stuns Sidhu with poem
1 week, 4 days ago

Learn art of overcoming obstacles: Gautam Gambhir stuns Sidhu with poem

India Today  

India coach Gautam Gambhir stunned Navjot Singh Sidhu with a few lines of a poem after India's Champions Trophy title triumph on Sunday, March 9. You can see the full video below: Champions Trophy Final: Scorecard | Highlights "Fann kuchalne ka hunar sikhiye janaab.saanpon ke darr se jungle nahi chore jaate " said Gambhir. You made India proud brother pic.twitter.com/TRnJKWh6Ii …

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

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

Live Mint  

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

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

'Gambhir will know it's hollow victory...': South Africa media's vicious attack on head coach's 'cringeworthy arrogance'
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2 weeks ago

'Gambhir will know it's hollow victory...': South Africa media's vicious attack on head coach's 'cringeworthy arrogance'

Hindustan Times  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir's sharp retort at insinuations that his team has been handed an "undeniable advantage" of playing all their Champions Trophy matches in Dubai, has been labelled as "cringeworthy arrogance" in a brutal assessment by a South African media report. India's head coach Gautam Gambhir Due to geopolitical reasons, India did not travel to Pakistan for the …

India head coach Gambhir sets sight on Champions Trophy 2025 final: Hopefully we can play the perfect game
2 weeks, 1 day ago

India head coach Gambhir sets sight on Champions Trophy 2025 final: Hopefully we can play the perfect game

The Hindu  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir termed his side’s four-wicket win over Australia in the semifinal as a ‘flawless’ performance. That was the plan because we know pitches in the second half can get a little slower.” “In the last game we batted first, and we thought it was very important to have wickets in hand at the 40-over mark. With …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

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

Firstpost  

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

Live Mint  

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

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

Live Mint  

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 blasted for ‘undermining’ KL Rahul's confidence in ODIs vs ENG: ‘What they're doing with him is not fair’
1 month, 1 week ago

Gautam Gambhir blasted for ‘undermining’ KL Rahul's confidence in ODIs vs ENG: ‘What they're doing with him is not fair’

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth bashed head coach Gautam Gambhir for his treatment of KL Rahul in the ongoing ODI series against England. Srikkanth blasted Gambhir's decision to push Rahul down the order at number 6 to accommodate left-right combination which might backfire for them in a crucial match. Srikkant suggested that if Gambhir want to stick with Axar at …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

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

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

Firstpost  

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

Gautam Gambhir's love for 8 batters: Assistant coach Doeschate explains T20I strategy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir's love for 8 batters: Assistant coach Doeschate explains T20I strategy

India Today  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir firmly believes in having at least eight batters in T20 cricket, a philosophy that remains central to his approach and is unlikely to change anytime soon, according to assistant coach, Ryan Ten Doeschate. India's strategy to maintain a left-right combination in their batting order during the third T20I against England has come under scrutiny. But …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

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

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

Firstpost  

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

‘Strong leader of…’: Gautam Gambhir's IPL record cited as under-fire head coach receives strong backing
2 months ago

‘Strong leader of…’: Gautam Gambhir's IPL record cited as under-fire head coach receives strong backing

Hindustan Times  

Gautam Gambhir, India's head coach, is facing constant scrutiny after a string of underwhelming performances. India's coach, Gautam Gambhir, attends a practice session ahead of their first Twenty20 international cricket match against England. However, ahead of the five-match T20I series against England beginning January 22, Gambhir received high praise from the Three Lions' head coach, Brendon McCullum, as the latter …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

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

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

India Today  

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

Coach Gautam Gambhir, Hardik Pandya in 30-minute chat amid vice-captaincy rumours
2 months ago

Coach Gautam Gambhir, Hardik Pandya in 30-minute chat amid vice-captaincy rumours

India Today  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir and all-rounder Hardik Pandya were seen engaging in an intense conversation for over 30 minutes during India’s first training session ahead of the T20I series against England at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Sunday, 19 January. Team India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, commenced its three-day training camp on Sunday in preparation for the five-match T20I series, …

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

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

Deccan Chronicle  

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

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 …

BCCI, Gautam Gambhir end ’star culture’ in Indian team; Board issues 10-point directive to promote ’discipline, unity’
2 months ago

BCCI, Gautam Gambhir end ’star culture’ in Indian team; Board issues 10-point directive to promote ’discipline, unity’

Live Mint  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India issued a 10-point directive for all players on Thursday, aiming to end the ‘star culture’ in the Indian dressing room and promote unity and discipline. The decision comes in the aftermath of India's woeful run in the Test series against New Zealand and Australia, which also cost Rohit Sharma's men a place …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

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

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

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

Hindustan Times  

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

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

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

Live Mint  

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

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

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

Firstpost  

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

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 …

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

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

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

Hindustan Times  

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

Gautam Gambhir scolded Morne Morkel 'at the ground' in Australia, tensions among duo remained throughout series: Report
2 months ago

Gautam Gambhir scolded Morne Morkel 'at the ground' in Australia, tensions among duo remained throughout series: Report

Hindustan Times  

Amid ongoing efforts to address India’s Test team performance issues, a report from the Times of India has revealed tensions between head coach Gautam Gambhir and bowling coach Morne Morkel during the recent tour of Australia. Gautam Gambhir and Morne Morkel during a training session The tension reportedly began when Morkel arrived late for a training session after attending a …

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

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

Live Mint  

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

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

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

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

Live Mint  

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

BCCI cracks down after BGT fiasco; Gautam Gambhir’s personal manager to lose privileges: Report
2 months ago

BCCI cracks down after BGT fiasco; Gautam Gambhir’s personal manager to lose privileges: Report

Live Mint  

Indian cricket team coach Gautam Gambhir and skipper Rohit Sharma recently had a review meeting with senior BCCI officials following the team's defeat in the Border Gavaskar Trophy. No more privileges for Gambhir's staff: Reportedly, Gambhir's personal manager Gaurav Arora travels with him, something that has not been the case with previous Indian coaches. Players not allowed to bring their …

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 …

Rift in Team India? BCCI to evaluate Gambhir's future post Champions Trophy
2 months, 1 week ago

Rift in Team India? BCCI to evaluate Gambhir's future post Champions Trophy

India Today  

Gautam Gambhir's position as head coach will be "revaluated" on the basis of India's Champions Trophy performance next month amid concerns that there is discontent in the dressing room due to his push to end the long-prevalent "superstar culture" in the team. "If India doesn't do well in the Champions Trophy, the head coach's position could become untenable. "He has …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

Rohit Sharma changed his mind on retirement after MCG defeat; Gautam Gambhir left unhappy: Report
2 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma changed his mind on retirement after MCG defeat; Gautam Gambhir left unhappy: Report

Live Mint  

Indian captain Rohit Sharma had a tough outing down under as he failed to get going with the bat while the team struggled to win a single match under his leadership. However, a new report from The Times of India has now revealed that the Indian captain was ready to call it quits on his Test career after the Boxing …

Is Gautam Gambhir happy with his players? Ex-player as transitions looms
2 months, 1 week ago

Is Gautam Gambhir happy with his players? Ex-player as transitions looms

India Today  

Gautam Gambhir has to figure out if he is happy with the current set of players in the Indian Test team, said Dinesh Karthik on Sunday, January 12. Speaking on Cricbuzz on the sidelines of SA20, Karthik said that the Indian head coach has to find a way to move forward after the two losses in back to back Test …

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

BCCI meets Gambhir, Rohit, other key members

The Hindu  

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

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

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

Hindustan Times  

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

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