India faced a crushing 10-wicket defeat against Australia in the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Adelaide Oval. After their win in the first Test, India faltered in the pink-ball match, setting Australia a meager target of 19 runs in the final innings.
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The hosts comfortably chased it down, exposing India's frail batting lineup and poor overall performance. This loss has left India in a tough spot, with their chances of reaching the World Test Championship final now hanging by a thread.
The team must win all three of their remaining matches to stay in the race. Meanwhile, fans have taken to social media to express their frustration, with head coach Gautam Gambhir facing the brunt of criticism.
How did the fans react to India's performance?
Cricket enthusiasts voiced their anger and disappointment over India's lackluster show. Gautam Gambhir, along with captain Rohit Sharma and senior batter Virat Kohli, received sharp criticism. Many questioned Gambhir's strategies and leadership, labeling his tenure as one of India's worst.
Criticism of Gautam Gambhir's tenure
Fans highlighted India's struggles under Gambhir, listing a series of losses:
- ODI series defeat to Sri Lanka.
- Test series loss to New Zealand at home.
- Collapse at Chinnaswamy and being bowled out for 46 at home.
- Breaking a 12-year streak of Test series wins.
- The pink-ball Test defeat in Adelaide.
One fan remarked, “Biggest fraud of Gautam Gambhir, that’s the tweet.” Another called him “the worst coach India has ever had.”
Gautam Gambhir as a coach
— Praneeth VK¹⁸ (@fantasy_d11) December 8, 2024
- Lost the ODI Series vs SL
- Lost the Test series vs NZ at home
- Lost Test At Chinnaswamy
- Bowled out for 46 at home
- Ended the 12 year Test series win streak
- Lost Pink Test
Gautam Gambhir Era 🤡#INDvsAUS #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/OveVmMVWjS
So, now a 4th loss for India in 5 Tests & the biggest so far in the Gautam Gambhir era!
— The 4th Pillar (@4thpillar101) December 8, 2024
Only 81 overs played in all by India across 2 innings in Adelaide.#AUSvIND #GautamGambhir #TestCricket #loss #AdelaideTest pic.twitter.com/f6pKzpIxgA
Biggest fraud of gautam Gambhir that's the tweet 😭
— ᳀𝙍𝙪𝙙𝙧𝙖꧂ (@Rudra643) December 8, 2024
Na bowling na hi batting 😔
KKR ke players ko promote kro bas it's not IPL it's #INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/6Y6zhtcTzy
Gautam Gambhir Is The Worst Coach India Has Ever Had. You Can't Change My Mind. pic.twitter.com/q8lSbqYFiw
— Aufridi Chumtya (@ShuhidAufridi) December 8, 2024
MORNE MORKEL, GAUTAM GAMBHIR AND CAPTAIN ROHIT SHARMA ARE YOU SEEING HOW THEY ARE USING THE SHORT BALL PLOY AGAINST US??? THAT'S HOW TO PLAN AND PLAY AS AN UNIT
— Cricket🏏 Lover // ICT Fan Account (@CricCrazyV) December 8, 2024
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What’s next for India?
India will need to regroup quickly before the third Test begins on December 14 at The Gabba in Brisbane. A loss here could seal their fate in the World Test Championship. The team and coaching staff are under immense pressure to deliver and turn the tide in their favor.
