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The recent performance of the Indian cricket team under new head coach Gautam Gambhir has sparked intense scrutiny, particularly from legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar. Gavaskar, known for his blunt assessments, has openly criticized Gambhir's tenure, pointing to the team's string of losses as evidence of his coaching shortcomings. Gambhir has been at the helm for less than six months, but has already presided over two series defeats, including a humiliating 3-0 whitewash against New Zealand at home, a first for India in the longest format of the game.
The Indian team's struggles are not limited to just the Test series. They suffered an ODI series loss in Sri Lanka earlier this year, a surprising outcome for a team with the caliber of players India possesses. Gavaskar, ever the pragmatist, believes the results speak for themselves, stating that the team's underwhelming performances leave little room for interpretation regarding Gambhir's coaching impact. He emphasizes that the team's poor form, particularly in Test cricket, has primarily been driven by the inconsistent batting performances of senior players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, two of the most celebrated batsmen in recent Indian cricket history.
The pressure is mounting on Rohit and Virat to deliver results in Australia, a tour that will be crucial for their international careers. Gavaskar has made it clear that if these stalwarts fail to regain their form in the upcoming Australian series, their places in the team could be in jeopardy. A BCCI official, speaking anonymously, has hinted at a potential overhaul of the Indian team if they fail to qualify for the World Test Championship final, which could be a significant turning point for these senior players. The official stated that all four 'super seniors' (likely referring to Rohit, Virat, Ajinkya Rahane, and Cheteshwar Pujara) might not be included in the upcoming England tour if they don't make it to the World Test Championship final. The spotlight is on the team's leadership, with Gavaskar holding the think tank, including the captain, vice-captain, and coach, accountable for the team's recent struggles. He suggests that the team's poor decisions, ultimately leading to the series losses, lie within the core decision-making group.
Source: "Terrible...": Sunil Gavaskar's Blunt 'Numbers' Verdict On Gautam Gambhir's Stint As India Coach