Published: Nov 26, 2024, 10:27 AM (IST)
Edited: Nov 26, 2024, 10:27 AM (IST)
Following India’s crushing 295-run victory over Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth, head coach Gautam Gambhir has reportedly flown back home due to a ‘personal reason’. This comes as a complete surprise as there wasn’t any plan for Gambhir or for any other team member to fly back to India during the Test series.
The exact reason for Gambhir’s departure isn’t known yet. The India head coach reportedly informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) of the ‘personal reason’ that required him to fly back. He is expected to reunite with Team India ahead of the second Test in Adelaide.
A report in Indian Express suggested that Gambhir has spoken to the BCCI about his travel plans. The board had no problem in accepting his request.
“Gambhir has informed us that he will be travelling back home and will join the team before the start of the second Test. He has cited personal reasons and the BCCI has accepted his request,” the report said.
The Indian team is set to travel to Canberra on Wednesday to play a 2-day pink-ball tour game, but Gambhir won’t be part of the squad for that practice game. The practice match is scheduled to start on Saturday as the Men in Blue look to prepare for the pink-ball Test set to commence from December 6.
