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Gary Kirsten supports India coach Gautam Gambhir ahead of Test series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 7:45 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Gary Kirsten supports India coach Gautam Gambhir ahead of Test series

Summary

Sri Lanka coach Gary Kirsten has publicly backed India's head coach Gautam Gambhir amid criticism regarding India's performance in the ICC World Test Championship. Kirsten praised Gambhir's coaching record, highlighting successes in major tournaments like the T20 World Cup and ICC Champions Trophy. While India's struggles against spin have been noted, Kirsten emphasized Sri Lanka's focus on their own skills rather than targeting specific weaknesses in the Indian lineup. He also reiterated the importance of Test cricket, advocating for longer series to elevate the game and welcomed free entry for fans during the series.

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Key Details

•Kirsten commended Gambhir's track record as a player and coach.
•Sri Lanka aims to execute their own skills against India.
•Kirsten is a proponent of longer Test match series.
•Free entry for spectators in the series is welcomed by Kirsten.
•India's struggles against spin are acknowledged but not overly targeted by Sri Lanka.

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What they're saying

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Gary Kirsten, the coach of Sri Lanka, has thrown his support behind India's head coach Gautam Gambhir. He commended Gambhir for his impressive track record both as a player and coach, praising his astute understanding of the game. Additionally, Kirsten emphasised Sri Lanka's commitment to honing their skills and expressed a desire for lengthier Test series, along with the positive impact of free entry for fans.
— Yahoo Sports

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