Gillespie Rejects India Coach Role, Citing Immense Pressure Amid Gambhir's Struggles

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News18•01-01-2026, 21:11
Gillespie Rejects India Coach Role, Citing Immense Pressure Amid Gambhir's Struggles
- •Former Australian pacer Jason Gillespie declined a fan's suggestion to apply for the India Test coach position, stating "No Thanks."
- •Gillespie's refusal highlights the immense pressure associated with coaching the Indian team, likening it to walking a tightrope.
- •Current India coach Gautam Gambhir faces heavy criticism for recent Test failures, including a home whitewash, raising doubts about his future.
- •BCCI reportedly sought VVS Laxman for the Test coach role, but he preferred his NCA chief position.
- •Foreign coaches, including Justin Langer, have previously shied away from the India job due to perceived high pressure and internal politics.
Why It Matters: Coaching India is a high-pressure job, with foreign coaches like Gillespie wary of the immense scrutiny.
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