BCCI Puts Gautam Gambhir Under Scanner After India’s Home Loss to New Zealand
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Following a surprising whitewash against New Zealand on home soil, India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir is set to face a review meeting with the BCCI. Rohit Sharma and his men were unable to secure a single victory in the three-match Test series, suffering defeats in Bengaluru, Pune, and Mumbai. This poor performance has placed Gambhir in the spotlight, with questions being raised about his decisions and strategies.
Coaching Choices Under Scrutiny
After taking charge, Gautam Gambhir was granted full freedom to assemble his preferred support team. The BCCI complied with all his requests, bringing in specialists such as Abhishek Nayar, Morne Morkel, and Ryan ten Doeschate.
However, the recent losses have raised questions about these decisions, particularly the call to prepare a spinning pitch in Mumbai following defeats in Bengaluru and Pune. Many within the BCCI were reportedly surprised by the decision to revert to a rank turner, prompting further scrutiny of Gambhir’s leadership.
“The board has given in to every demand Gambhir has made, even allowing him a say in team selection for the upcoming Australia tour,” a source told The Times of India. “The board may now need to revisit its decisions and request a clear roadmap from him.”
The review meeting is expected to include head coach Gambhir, team captain Rohit Sharma, and chief selector Ajit Agarkar. With the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia just around the corner, the pressure is mounting for Team India to make quick improvements.
The BCCI will likely seek answers and an updated strategy to ensure a stronger showing in upcoming series. As the Indian cricket community watches closely, Gambhir’s approach and future plans could shape India’s journey in the critical months ahead.
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