BCCI Secretary Puts Rumors to Rest on Gambhir's Coaching Job

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia has splashed cold water on the buzz that VVS Laxman is set to take over from Gautam Gambhir as India's Test coach. With a Test series against Sri Lanka on the horizon in August 2026, Saikia confirmed that no decisions have been made yet. Gambhir has had his ups and downs but did lead India to a Champions Trophy win in 2025, so he's still in the game.

Quick rundown

1.BCCI denies reports of VVS Laxman replacing Gautam Gambhir as Test coach.

2.India's Test performance under Gambhir has been lackluster.

3.India's impressive draw in the 2025 Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

4.Gambhir led India to the 2025 Champions Trophy title.

5.India must improve in upcoming Test series to reach WTC finals.

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