India head coach Gautam Gambhir is under pressure. His future looks unclear as India risk a 0-2 Test series loss to South Africa. Gambhir is currently the head coach for all three formats. But the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) may soon think about a separate coach for Test cricket. India’s recent Test results have been poor. Many believe this could force the BCCI to consider new options.
Iceland Cricket Takes a Dig at Gautam Gambhir
As the debate grows, Iceland Cricket made a cheeky comment about Gambhir. They are known for their funny and sarcastic posts. This time, they joked about not inviting Gambhir to coach their national team. The remark was aimed at India’s weak Test performances.
“To all our fans, no, Gautam Gambhir will not be invited to be our new national team coach. That position is already filled and we won 75% of our matches in 2025,” Iceland Cricket wrote on X.
Their post received thousands of likes and comments. Many fans reacted with humour. Others said the joke showed how serious the situation has become for India.
There is no official statement from the BCCI about Gambhir’s removal. But the pressure is rising fast. His position as India’s Test coach is now one of the biggest topics in Indian cricket. Fans, former players, and experts are all talking about what should happen next.
India’s home Test record was once considered unbeatable. But this has changed under Gambhir. India have lost four of their last six home Tests. The team also suffered a shocking series whitewash against New Zealand. Now they are close to another home series loss, this time to South Africa.
The last time India lost a Test series at home to South Africa was in 2000. If India fail to win the ongoing Guwahati Test, it will be their first home series defeat to the Proteas in 25 years. This would increase the scrutiny on Gambhir and the coaching staff.
Gambhir’s strategy for the batting order has also been questioned. Washington Sundar was promoted to No. 3 in the first Test. But in the second Test, he was moved down to No. 8. Many experts say Test cricket needs stability. They believe frequent changes like these do not help the team.
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As India look for answers, Gambhir’s future remains uncertain. The coming days may decide his role in Indian cricket.
