After Test series loss in Australia, Gautam Gambhir faces inspection as head coach of India, but his T20I record and strong collaboration with skipper Suryakumar Yadav bring hope ahead of the T20I series against England. Suryakumar yadav commends Gambhir’s simple coaching style and positive effect.
Gautam Gambhir has been on a adhesive wicket as head coach of India after the poor show of squad on the tour of Australia, where team India lost the five-test Border Gavaskar Trophy series 1-3. But his record of unbeaten coaching in the T20Is and collaboration with skipper Suryakumar Yadav as the leadership group puts team India in good space for the five-match T20I series against England.
Relationship of Suryakumar Yadav with Gautam Gambhir goes back to their time together in IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and the captain said the camaraderie has continued in national colours, though in different capacities.
Suryakumar Yadav told at the pre-match press conference on yesterday “I’ve had the privilege of spending a lot of time with him. I know how he works. Without saying a word, he can read your mind,”
“His coaching style is very simple. He gives us a lot of freedom and allows players to express themselves. He keeps everything straightforward and understands what’s going on in the minds of the players.” he added.
Gambhir won the Indian Premier League Trophy as KKR’s skipper in 2012 and 2014, besides taking the team all the way to its third trophy as a mentor in year 2024.
Suryakumar Yadav told “He ensures a light, relaxed atmosphere in the dressing room, which helps players perform at their best. We are definitely moving in the right direction,”
