Gautam Gambhir then found himself in the middle of elimination India slipped to a 2-0 test series defeat against South Africa – First home bleach for protease in 25 years. With India’s red-top fortunes plummeting, Gambhir was forced to face tough questions about his future during the post-match press conference in Guwahati. India’s head coach, stating that he stopped short without defending his position, expressed that he continued to continue, expressed that he continued completely Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Gautam Qamir reacts after India’s humiliating defeat in the Guwahati Test
Then he faces his media moments India’s loss of 408Gambhir admitted the disappointment surrounding the result and maintained that he never looked at his role through a personal lens. The former replied that he was waiting for India to open. “It is for the BCCI to decide. It has been said before, Indian cricket is important, I am not.”
He recalled being part of teams that produced historic results in the past, but insisted that the focus remains on collective performance rather than individual positions.
“I’m the same guy who got results in England, won the Champions Cup and the Asian Cup. It’s a team that’s learning.” he added.
India’s Test struggles deepen under Gambhir’s tenure
India’s red-ball inconsistencies became a recurring theme as Gambhir took charge. The team has now lost 10 of the 18 Tests under him – figures that stand even more harshly on India’s traditionally strong home record. Bleach against last year New Zealand He did a major overhaul, eager to revitalize the squad with younger players. However, the pattern repeated itself against South Africa, exposing the same frailties in batting and decision-making.
A collapse of 95/1 to 122/7 in the first innings in Guwahati was the turning point, Gambhir’s omission was unacceptable.
“You don’t blame any individual or any beat. The blame lies with everyone.” That said, he reiterated that he never calls out players during tough stages.
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Criticism grows over team selection and tactical calls
Gambhir has come under increasing criticism in recent months for experimenting with combinations and relying on all-rounders in a format that traditionally rewards specialists. His methods of rotation, while rooted in finding balance, have been questioned for destabilizing the XI.
Asked which player’s mold suits which player for Test cricket, Gambhir offered an open stance on characters in the game. His comments reflect India’s ongoing search for gritty performers who can take pressure – something the team lacked during the series.
“You don’t need the most fiery and talented cricketers for Test cricket. What you need are tough characters with limited skills. Good Test cricketers do.” Gambhir added.
