Former Teammate Supports Gautam Gambhir Amid Criticism
Former Indian pacer Zaheer Khan has voiced strong support for head coach Gautam Gambhir following India's 3-0 Test series defeat to South Africa in 2025. Despite the heavy criticism Gambhir has faced, Zaheer emphasizes the resilience required in such a role.
"You've got to be thick skinned as a coach," Zaheer stated. He acknowledged that challenges and scrutiny are part of the job when the team underperforms but urged Gambhir to stay focused and learn from the experience.
Zaheer, who played alongside Gambhir during their international careers, highlighted Gambhir's capability and dedication to Indian cricket. He believes that enduring pressure is inevitable and essential for growth in coaching positions.
The Indian cricket team’s whitewash loss against South Africa has intensified the spotlight on Gambhir’s strategies and decisions. However, Zaheer’s remarks aim to encourage perseverance rather than diminish the valid criticisms.
This shows that experienced voices in cricket stress the mental toughness needed to cope with coaching challenges after tough defeats.
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