Deep Dasgupta discusses pressure on Gambhir ahead of Sri Lanka Tests
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 9:50 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
As India prepares for a two-match Test series against Sri Lanka starting on August 15 in Galle, former player Deep Dasgupta highlights the pressure facing head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill. Following recent series losses, India must display clear direction during this transition phase. Dasgupta indicates that winning seven of the remaining nine Tests is crucial for India's hopes in the World Test Championship (WTC). He emphasizes that no series can be taken lightly, particularly due to India's recent struggles. The series is set against a backdrop of significant upcoming challenges in the WTC cycle.
- •India's Test series against Sri Lanka begins on August 15.
- •Dasgupta identifies pressure on Gambhir and Gill due to prior losses.
- •India needs to win seven of nine Tests to qualify for the WTC final.
- •Dasgupta warns against underestimating any opponents during this transition.
- •Upcoming matches include two Tests in Sri Lanka and five against Australia.
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"Former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta anticipates pressure on coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill. India has lost recent Test series, and this Sri Lanka tour is crucial. The team needs to show clear direction during this transition period. Winning seven out of nine remaining Tests is vital for WTC final hopes. Dasgupta stressed that no Test series can be taken lightly by India.
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