Gautam Gambhir in trouble over consecutive Indian losses

Gautam Gambhir’s position as the Indian cricket team’s head coach is under threat following a series of losses.

Gambhir took over as head coach in July last year. Since then, the team has lost six out of 10 Test matches and a One Day International (ODI) series in Sri Lanka.

The situation worsened after India was shockingly whitewashed by New Zealand in a home Test series and lost a Test series 1-3 against Australia. 

These defeats have cast doubts not only about the future of star players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma but also about Gambhir’s role in the team.

Indian media reported that Gambhir’s performance as head coach will be reviewed if India fails to perform well in the upcoming Champions Trophy. Although his contract with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) runs until the 2027 World Cup, the recent poor performance could lead to further scrutiny of his role.

Sources from BCCI revealed that Gambhir has not delivered significant results so far. 

If India does not perform well in the Champions Trophy, his position will be closely examined, and a decision regarding his future could be made.

Gambhir has been working to end the superstar culture within the team, which has caused some tension with senior players. Reports suggest that Gambhir and some senior players are not on the same page regarding team culture.

A meeting on Tuesday between BCCI officials, captain Rohit Sharma, Gambhir, and chief selector Ajit Agarkar led to new travel rules for players’ families.

According to reports, wives of players will now be allowed to accompany them on international tours for a limited time. For tournaments or series lasting more than 45 days, wives can stay for only 14 days. For shorter tours, this stay is reduced to just 7 days.

All Indian players will now also be required to travel together on the team bus. In recent years, some players preferred travelling alone, but this will no longer be allowed.