In a bold and hearty statement, Gautam Gambhir, head coach of the India National Cricket Team, gave fans a rare appearance in his mentality and coaching vision during the ongoing third test of Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against England at Lord’s Cricket Ground.
Speaking during a special section on the official broadcaster with Cheteshwar Pujara, Gautam Gambhir made it clear that his focus is not only on winning the match but also on the creation of a strong culture. The head coach also emphasized that first -class cricket holds the highest price for him.
Gautam Gambhir revealed the bold vision for the future of Indian cricket
India is going through a major transition to batting, bowling and leadership with the National Cricket Team, Gambhir’s focus is on making daily development, terrible competition and pride in the Indian jersey. Gambhir wants the team to develop through every challenge that comes before them.
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Gautam Gambhir was told by Sony Sports, “Gambhir said,” Perhaps this is the first time that the infection is happening in the three departments. ” I think for me, the first class cricket is the most important format back home. ,
There is already a lot of discussion about Gambhir’s coaching style and bold calls, but the head coach has emphasized that it is not about it, but it is best for Indian cricket. He also insisted that every opinion of fans about the atmosphere of cricket legends or team really matters to him.
It’s not about me, it’s about Indian cricket: Gautam Gambhir
Gambhir said, “It is about fighting every day. And it is about representing the tricolor every day. Gautam is not important. Indian cricket is important. Everyone has the right to have an opinion about the culture of that dressing room. And for me every opinion matters.”
Meanwhile, Gambhir returned to India to live with his ailing mother before the first Test against England, but he returned on time for a five -match Test series opener in Headingly.
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Speaking about the importance of the family, the former Indian opener said that the family matters a lot, but being a part of the Indian cricket team comes with a purpose, and he believes in being focused and fully committed every moment.
The coach said, “See, the role of the family is important, but you have understood one thing. You are here for a purpose. For me, I think there is a switch-on moment every day.”
Gautam Gambhir test tenure under fire
In particular, Gambhir has made a spectacular start as a white-ball coach, making India the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and guiding a fearless young T20I side under Suryakumar Yadav for many wins. However, his journey in Test cricket has not yet been impressive.
India suffered a major setback last year, losing its first home test series in New Zealand in 12 years, and that too in a shocking 0-3 whitewash. He also lost the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia after a decade. They could only win one game and drop one down.
These failures proved to be very expensive, as India missed the third straight position in the World Test Championship final. Under Gambhir’s tenure, India have won only 4 out of 12 matches, 7 have lost, and have drawn 1, have expressed concern about the term of their red ball.