“Should Not Speak About Gambhir”: Yograj Singh Supports India Coach After Edgbaston Win

After India’s emphatic 336-run victory over England at Edgbaston, the spotlight wasn’t just on the players—it was also on head coach Gautam Gambhir. Under pressure after India’s recent red-ball struggles, Gambhir finally got breathing space, and the support came from none other than former India cricketer Yograj Singh.

Yograj Singh Defends Gambhir Amid Criticism

Speaking to ANI, Yograj Singh strongly backed Gambhir amid mounting scrutiny. “Indian players are consistently growing and improving their game. We will support them always. We should not speak about Gautam Gambhir because he is doing well,” he stated, urging critics to hold back their doubts.

He further added, “Even if our team loses the series, we should not demoralise them. If you lose, you will not be there to explain; if you win, you don’t have to explain.”

Yograj pointed out that figures like Gambhir, Yuvraj Singh, and Rahul Dravid are committed to giving back to Indian cricket, and that effort should be appreciated—not attacked.

Why the Win at Edgbaston Matters

This was not just any Test win. It was India’s first-ever Test victory at Edgbaston in 9 attempts and came after a difficult red-ball run. Before this, India had:

• Lost 7 of their last 9 Tests.
• Been whitewashed by New Zealand at home.
• Suffered a 3-1 drubbing in Australia.
• Lost the Leeds Test against England.

Criticism was loud, and Gambhir’s red-ball tactics were questioned. But at Edgbaston, everything clicked:

• Shubman Gill scored a majestic 269 in the first innings and followed it with 161 in the second.
• Siraj picked 6 wickets to crush England’s first innings.
• Akash Deep completed a six-wicket haul in the second innings.

Gambhir’s faith in youth and bold selections finally bore fruit.

Lord’s Test Looms Large

India now heads to the iconic Lord’s with the series level at 1-1. A win here could not only tilt the series in India’s favour but also mark another major milestone for Gambhir as a red-ball coach.

Edgbaston proved that Gambhir isn’t afraid to make bold decisions. With the backing of cricket veterans like Yograj Singh and the belief of a resurgent team, Gambhir’s Test coaching story is far from over—it may just be getting started.