BCCI Secretary Confirms Gautam Gambhir Stays as India's Test Coach

• BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia dismissed rumors of Gautam Gambhir's removal as India's Test team head coach.
• Saikia confirmed Gambhir, appointed in July 2024 for all formats, will continue as per his contract.
• Rumors arose after India's recent back-to-back home Test defeats against South Africa.
• Saikia denied reports of VVS Laxman being approached for the Test coach position, calling them "speculative" and "baseless."
• Under Gambhir, India won 7 of 19 Tests, but also faced significant home and away series losses, including two home whitewashes.

Why It Matters: BCCI confirms Gautam Gambhir will continue as India's Test coach, dismissing all sacking rumors.