Overview
- Secretary Devajit Saikia said reports of contacting VVS Laxman are ‘rumours’ and confirmed Gambhir will continue as per his contract through 2027.
- Earlier PTI-sourced reports claimed an informal approach to Laxman for the Test job after the 0–2 South Africa loss, but Laxman is reported to prefer his Centre of Excellence role.
- Under Gambhir, India have won 7 and lost 10 of 19 Tests, including rare home whitewashes by New Zealand and South Africa, and sit sixth in the current WTC table with nine Tests left.
- Multiple outlets report the BCCI is weighing split coaching and could revisit roles after the 2026 T20 World Cup and the subsequent IPL evaluation window.
- Gambhir remains in charge for upcoming white-ball duties, with India hosting New Zealand for three ODIs and five T20Is starting January 11.