'Be Like Dravid, Kirsten or Wright, 'Chappell Way' Doesn't Work In India': Gautam Gambhir Sent Brutal Warning (Source: Ap/PTI)
India coach Gautam Gambhir's stocks took a significant dip after India's defeat to Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Gambhir was rated highly in Indian cricket given his tremendous achievements in IPL that saw him lead Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to two IPL wins as a captain and one title as a mentor. However, his stint with team India so far has been a shaky ride with India suffering defeats to New Zealand and Australia.
Gambhir's coaching style has also been under the scanner. According to reports, Gambhir and a few senior players are not on the same page. It is learnt that Gambhir was not pleased with how a few players put forward specific demands of hotels and practice timings during the Australia tour while players felt a lack of communication from his end.
A former BCCI selector lashed out at Gambhir for his work culture and linked his style to former coach Greg Chappell, who had a fall-out with senior players. The ex-selector said Gambhir should follow the player-friendly approach of Ravi Shastri, Rahul Dravid, Gary Kirsten, and John Wright which is the only way to succeed in India.
"Either you be like a Ravi Shastri, who would be media-friendly, give those sound bites propping up players making them look like alpha males," said the former selector, according to a PTI report quoted by NDTV.
"Or be like Rahul Dravid, Gary Kirsten or John Wright, who would remain aloof, letting the players hog the limelight. The 'Chappell Way' doesn't work in India. Gambhirs or Shastris or Dravids will go but players will stay," he added.
The recent outings put Gambhir's career as India coach in jeopardy, however, the BCCI is unwilling to take any strict action soon, according to reports. The Champions Trophy, however, could be a critical tournament for Gambhir and if the team fails to do well, the India coach could be in trouble.
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