BCCI Debunks Gambhir Sacking, Laxman Red-Ball Coach Rumors: 'No Truth'

• BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia officially denied reports of VVS Laxman becoming India's red-ball head coach, calling them "entirely inaccurate and purely speculative."
• The denial addresses rumors linking Laxman to the role following India's recent struggles in Test cricket, including a whitewash against South Africa.
• Gautam Gambhir, current head coach, has led India to white-ball success but faces scrutiny over Test performance.
• Reports had suggested Laxman was informally approached but was content in his current role at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
• BCCI's statement clarifies that no such steps were taken, dismissing all claims as "factually incorrect and completely baseless."

Why It Matters: BCCI categorically denies rumors of Gautam Gambhir's sacking and VVS Laxman's red-ball coaching takeover.