Gambhir and coaching staff to split after third ODI for Test preparations
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 3:50 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
Following the third ODI, Gautam Gambhir and spin-bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule will remain with the ODI side. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak and bowling coach Morne Morkel will join the Test squad for upcoming preparations. This decision aligns with the team's strategy to focus on the Test series ahead. The ODI series is ongoing, with the team assessing performance and readiness for a shift in formats.
- •Gautam Gambhir stays with the ODI team after the third match
- •Sitanshu Kotak and Morne Morkel move to the Test squad
- •Focus on preparations for the upcoming Test series
- •Team strategy emphasizes format-specific coaching and readiness
- 3:50 AMESPNcricinfo — Gambhir & Co to split up after third ODI to get Test series preps underway
"Sitanshu Kotak, the batting coach, said that he and bowling coach Morne Morkel to join the Test squad, while Gautam Gambhir and spin-bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule will stay with the ODI side
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