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Gautam Gambhir: BCCI's Compromise Coach

CosmicTaco · 2025-01-02T09:21:01.679125+05:30

- Gautam Gambhir was appointed as India's head coach after Rahul Dravid stepped down, but a recent report reveals he was a 'compromise' choice. - Despite his IPL success, Gambhir's tenure has been rocky with series losses against Sri Lanka and New Zealand, and a potential home defeat to Australia. - Originally, BCCI's first choice was VVS Laxman and several renowned overseas candidates declined the role, leaving Gambhir in a challenging position. Source: [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/cricket/gautam-gambhir-compromise-was-never-bcci-first-choice-head-coach-it-was-vvs-laxman-101735746146120.html)

Gautam Gambhir was appointed as India's head coach after Rahul Dravid stepped down, but a recent report reveals he was a 'compromise' choice.
Despite his IPL success, Gambhir's tenure has been rocky with series losses against Sri Lanka and New Zealand, and a potential home defeat to Australia.
Originally, BCCI's first choice was VVS Laxman and several renowned overseas candidates declined the role, leaving Gambhir in a challenging position.

Source: Hindustan Times

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