In the Melbourne Test, Team India had to face a crushing defeat against Australia by 184 runs. After this defeat, questions are being raised not only on captain Rohit Sharma but also on head coach Gautam Gambhir. Now a new report has made a shocking revelation. According to the report, Gautam Gambhir was not the first choice for the post of head coach of Team India.
Why was Gautam Gambhir chosen?
According to a PTI report, a BCCI official said that Gautam Gambhir was made the head coach keeping in mind certain circumstances and reasons.
- Not a priority: Gambhir was not the first choice for this post.
- Upcoming matches are important: If Team India’s performance is not good in the last Test and Champions Trophy, then Gambhir’s situation may be in trouble.
If not serious then who was the first choice?
According to reports, VVS Laxman’s name was on top for the post of head coach.
- VVS Laxman:
- Laxman has been the coach of Team India before also.
- He has played an important role with the team on many international tours.
- Presently he is holding important responsibilities in National Cricket Academy (NCA), Bangalore.
- Foreign Coach:
- The report claims that the names of some foreign cricketers were also discussed, but things did not work out.
Gambhir’s troubles after Melbourne Test
Gambhir’s criticism has increased after Team India’s defeat in the Melbourne Test.
- Pressure on Performance:
- If Team India’s performance is not good in the last Test and the upcoming Champions Trophy, Gambhir’s position may be in danger.
- Reaction of fans and experts:
- There is dissatisfaction among cricket fans and experts regarding Gambhir’s selection.
Gautam Gambhir vs VVS Laxman
| parameters | Gautam Gambhir | VVS Laxman |
|---|---|---|
| priority of post | not first choice | first choice |
| coaching experience | Limited | Experience with NCA and Team India |
| International experience | Former captain of Team India | Experienced batsman and coach |
| challenging situation | face criticism | stable and reliable image |
