Gautam Gambhir

This is not cricket, this is just batting: Head coach Gambhir critical of Guwahati track

Following a high-scoring one-day international encounter where over eight hundred runs were compiled, national team manager Gautam Gambhir expressed strong disapproval of the conditions at the venue.…

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Gautam Gambhir hints at extended run for Auqib Nabi in ODIs

Indian national team coach Gautam Gambhir has indicated that debutant fast bowler Auqib Nabi will likely feature in the final fixture against the West Indies as part of preparations for the upcoming…

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India coach Gambhir celebrates India's fearless cricket in Guwahati ODI

Head coach Gautam Gambhir recently took to social media to praise his squad for a record-breaking run chase against West Indies. Opening batters Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill laid the foundation by…

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Gambhir explains why India gave Auqib Nabi his ODI debut in series-deciding match

Indian team leader Gautam Gambhir recently defended the decision to award Auqib Nabi his maiden one-day international cap during a high-stakes fixture against the West Indies rather than waiting for…

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‘This is not cricket, this is only batting’ - Gautam Gambhir slams Guwahati pitch

India secured a comfortable eight-wicket victory over the West Indies to claim an unassailable two-nil lead in their three-match one-day international series. The contest produced a massive run-fest…

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Gautam Gambhir breaks silence on India-Pakistan World Cup hype

India men's team boss Gautam Gambhir has downplayed the massive media frenzy surrounding an anticipated fixture against Pakistan ahead of the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup 2027 calendar reveal in Cape…

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‘This is not cricket’: Gautam Gambhir criticises Guwahati deck despite India's historic win

Following a historic record chase in the second One-Day International, India head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed strong dissatisfaction with the conditions at the venue, arguing that the heavily…

‘This is not cricket’: Gambhir questions pitch after India chase 406 with ease

India coach Gautam Gambhir voiced concerns over excessive run-scoring after watching his side comfortably reach a target of 405. He pointed out that pitches must offer more assistance to bowlers…

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This is not cricket, this is only batting: Gambhir slams Guwahati pitch

Following an eight hundred eleven run contest during the second one day international against the West Indies, India head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed dissatisfaction with the playing surface in…

‘It was not cricket’: Gautam Gambhir slams lifeless Guwahati pitch after 811 runs scored between India and West Indies

India secured a commanding eight-wicket victory over the visiting West Indies squad on Wednesday, wrapping up their three-match series with a high-scoring flourish. A staggering match aggregate of…

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'This is not cricket, this is only batting' - Gambhir after India's record ODI chase

Following a historic run chase in the one-day format, the Indian team manager criticized surfaces that provide virtually no assistance to bowlers. He remarked that such conditions fail to constitute…

Sep 30

Saransh Jain reveals Gautam Gambhir’s private message before Test debut

Spinner Saransh Jain recently reflected on his international red-ball debut for India against Sri Lanka in August 2026, where he collected three wickets across 57.4 overs of work. Receiving his cap…

Sep 30

'Can't go to the World Cup half-cooked' - Gambhir on Hardik and Bumrah's fitness

Gautam Gambhir has emphasized that sufficient match practice is critical for key players prior to the upcoming global tournament. Specifically addressing the physical readiness of Hardik Pandya and…

Sep 25

‘Can't go there half-cooked’: Gambhir’s message for Hardik Pandya ahead of 2027 WC

Head coach Gautam Gambhir has stressed that all-rounder Hardik Pandya requires proper match preparation prior to the 2027 World Cup, noting that players cannot arrive unprepared. Both Pandya and…

‘Whatever is in best interest of team’: Gambhir’s candid Rohit Sharma admission

Gautam Gambhir recently opened up regarding his long-standing professional relationship with Rohit Sharma, noting that their connection dates back to their younger days playing for the national team.…

'I couldn't sleep': Gambhir on 'toughest decision' to drop Sanju for Sooryavanshi

Gautam Gambhir recently opened up about the heavy psychological toll he faced when deciding to leave Sanju Samson out of the Indian Twenty20 International roster following a loss to England. The head…

'Fortunate to have Rohit, Virat': Gambhir's big endorsement of India's veterans

Head coach Gautam Gambhir recently expressed strong support for veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, highlighting their backing of Shubman Gill as he prepares for a leadership role. Gambhir pointed…

Amid chatter over their equation, Gautam Gambhir makes telling Rohit Sharma admission: ‘It wasn’t just captain-coach'

Indian men's national cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir recently discussed his working partnership with skipper Rohit Sharma during a broadcast appearance on JioStar. Gambhir pointed out that…

India head coach Gautam Gambhir appreciates Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli: ‘Shubman Gill is very fortunate'

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has publicly praised veteran batsmen Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli ahead of a three-match ODI series against the West Indies in Kerala. Gambhir highlighted that young…

Is the three-format cricketer dying? Gautam Gambhir's warning finds support in India's changing selection map

India national team head coach Gautam Gambhir recently shared his perspective with JioStar regarding the changing landscape of international cricket, noting that multi-format athletes will become…

Gambhir reveals sleepless night over Samson call as Sooryavanshi forced dilemma: ‘Toughest decision of my tenure’

India men's national cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir recently admitted that dropping Sanju Samson for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was the hardest selection choice during his two-year tenure, keeping…

'He cannot bowl ten overs yet' - Gambhir charts out Hardik's comeback route

Indian team management has embraced a widespread distribution of talent across multiple squads. National selectors recently rotated and arranged personnel to construct three distinct senior India…

The great Indian waiting list: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi joins the queue as coach Gambhir tightens the screws

India head coach Gautam Gambhir affirmed that 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi must remain patient after remaining on the bench throughout the T20I series against Afghanistan.…

The great Indian waiting list: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi joins the queue as coach Gambhir tightens the screws

India head coach Gautam Gambhir affirmed that 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi must wait patiently for his selection opportunities, explaining why the teenager did not feature in…

'He cannot bowl ten overs [yet]' - Gambhir charts out Hardik's comeback route

Gautam Gambhir has outlined a positive perspective regarding India's depth following selection moves that assembled three national sides alongside two India A squads. The head coach emphasized that…

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India head coach Gautam Gambhir says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi "will have to wait for his opportunity" as he backs Sanju Samson

Gautam Gambhir has voiced his support for Sanju Samson, affirming that young prospect Vaibhav Sooryavanshi must remain patient before earning his national team breakthrough. The Indian head coach…

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'He will always be ahead': India coach Gambhir says Sooryavanshi won't walk into team ahead of Samson

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has indicated that Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will not simply be granted a place in the squad over Sanju Samson. Gambhir emphasized that Samson maintains the advantage when…

Gautam Gambhir issues update on Hardik Pandya's prolonged absence: ‘He can’t bowl 10 overs at the moment'

Following India's T20I series triumph over Afghanistan, head coach Gautam Gambhir stated that Hardik Pandya remains unready for international duty because he cannot currently deliver a complete…

Gautam Gambhir provides update on Hardik Pandya's prolonged absence: ‘He can’t bowl 10 overs at the moment'

Following India's Twenty20 International series triumph over Afghanistan, head coach Gautam Gambhir addressed Hardik Pandya's ongoing absence from the national setup. The Mumbai Indians skipper has…