Harbhajan Singh supports Gautam Gambhir amid coaching criticism
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Harbhajan Singh has come out in support of Gautam Gambhir, the head coach of the Indian cricket team, amid criticism regarding the team's performance in Test matches. Under Gambhir, India won the T20 World Cup, Champions Trophy, and Asia Cup, yet they faced heavy losses against Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, including home-series whitewashes. Harbhajan emphasized the need for understanding Gambhir's approach, noting that he wants players to always aim to win. He urged fans and critics not to judge Gambhir's character based solely on his public persona.
- •India achieved T20 World Cup, Champions Trophy, and Asia Cup victories under Gambhir.
- •The Test team experienced significant defeats, including two home-series whitewashes.
- •Harbhajan criticized the blame placed on Gambhir for team failures.
- •He remarked on Gambhir's straightforward nature and passion for the game.
- •The focus is on instilling a winning mentality in the team.
- 12:01 PMYahoo Sports — 'Bohot badhiya banda hai woh': Harbhajan Singh on Gambhir amid criticism
"India won the T20 World Cup, Champions Trophy and Asia Cup under Gautam Gambhir. However, the Test team suffered heavy defeats against Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, including home-series whitewashes against New Zealand and South Africa. Gambhir's handling of the Test team has faced criticism from fans and experts.
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