Gautam Gambhir’s tenure as the head coach of the Indian cricket team is facing significant scrutiny as the team struggles with a string of disappointing performances. with Champions Cup Taking place in February-March 2025, the pressure is mounting on Gambhir to deliver, especially after a difficult tour of Australia.
Will Gautam Gambhir lose his coaching job?
India’s performance in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy has raised alarm bells Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). A senior BCCI official if there is no improvement in performance during the upcoming Test match Australia Gambhir’s position at the SCG and the Champions Trophy could be at risk. “There is a test match to play and then the Champions Cup. If the performance does not improve, even Gautam Gambhir’s position will not be safe.” An official of “India Today” said about it.
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Team India endured a tough series against Australia, trailing 1-2 and facing criticism for their inconsistent play. According to reports, after the heavy defeat in the Boxing Day Test, Gambhir expressed his frustration with the players, which led to unrest in the dressing room. Reports suggest that players feel divided over Gambhir’s management style and lack of clarity on roles, which is in stark contrast to the clear communication provided by former coaches Ravi Shastri and Rahul Dravid.
Gambhir’s controversial appointment as India’s head coach
Gambhir’s appointment as head coach was not without controversy. According to a BCCI official, he was never the board’s first choice for the role; it was an honor Plumbing LaxmanHead of the National Cricket Academy.
“He was never BCCI’s first choice (that was VVS Laxman) and some big overseas names didn’t want to coach in all three formats, so he compromised. Obviously, there were other constraints.” added the official.
