Ahead of India’s T20I clash with New Zealand, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor caught up with head coach Gautam Gambhir in Nagpur’s Jamtha stadium. The meeting, shared on X, turned into a public nod to Gambhir’s endurance in one of India’s most pressurized jobs.
‘Enjoyed a frank talk with longtime friend Gautam Gambhir in Nagpur – he’s tackling the second hardest role in the country after the PM!’ Tharoor captioned the photo. He detailed the ceaseless pressure Gambhir shoulders, from tactical calls to team selections under a national microscope.
Despite round-the-clock scrutiny and criticism, Gambhir’s response is a masterclass in composure. ‘Lakhs speculate on him every day, but he stays unshaken and charges ahead,’ Tharoor admired.
Spotlighting Gambhir’s poised, steadfast guidance, Tharoor sent good vibes for the five-match series and beyond. Crucially, this contest feeds into preparations for retaining the T20 World Cup in 2026, building on 2024’s success.
A repeat victory would make history. Tharoor’s shoutout elevates the coaching role to near-presidential stakes in cricket-mad India, where Gambhir must harness talent and tame expectations with equal finesse.