With India possibly facing a 0-2 Test series loss against South Africa, attention has turned to head coach Gautam Gambhir. As India’s Test match performance has declined noticeably during his time, discussions regarding his future have increased. Adding to the situation, Iceland Cricket—known for their humorous social media content—made a clever, lighthearted comment about Gambhir, further emphasizing conversations about India’s difficulties in Test cricket.
Iceland Cricket’s lighthearted comment about Gautam Gambhir gains attention online
As discussions intensify concerning Gambhir’s suitability as a Test coach, Iceland Cricket entered the discussion with a typically sarcastic remark. In a post on X, the organization declared—in a mock-serious manner—that Gambhir would not be considered for their national team’s coaching position.
“To all our fans, no, Gautam Gambhir will not be invited to be our new national team coach. That position is already filled and we won 75% of our matches in 2025,” wrote Iceland Cricket.
To all our fans, no, Gautam Gambhir will not be invited to be our new national team coach. That position is already filled and we won 75% of our matches in 2025.
— Iceland Cricket (@icelandcricket) November 24, 2025
The humor was immediately noticed. While Iceland Cricket’s games usually involve less prominent opponents, their chosen comparison served as a direct commentary on India’s recent decline in Test cricket—a significant change from the team’s previous dominance at home. The joke resonated with fans worldwide, with many interpreting it as an indication of growing dissatisfaction with India’s Test performances under Gambhir.
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Increasing pressure on Gambhir due to declining Test results
Despite the BCCI not officially suggesting any removal of Gambhir, the strain around his role as the Test coach is increasing steadily. His influence across all three game formats is now under close observation, with commentators suggesting that the board might consider dividing responsibilities if results do not improve.
India’s Test match record under Gambhir presents a concerning situation:
- Home dominance weakened: India has been defeated in four of their last six home Tests, including an unexpected 0-3 loss to New Zealand—ending a decade of strong performance at home.
- South Africa threatening history: India hasn’t suffered a home series loss to South Africa since 2000. A draw or defeat in the current Guwahati Test would signify their first home series defeat to the Proteas in 25 years.
- Overall performance: The inconsistency across 18 Tests under Gambhir has become a central issue, making his future one of the most frequently discussed topics in Indian cricket.
