321. One Gambhir To Rule Them All… Or Not?: The Split-Coaching Debate In Indian Men’s Cricket

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 321 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. The Gautam Gambhir era has begun, but so has the debate—is it time for Indian men’s cricket to embrace the split-coaching model? In this episode, Abhinav joins me as we dive deep into the philosophy of having separate coaches for red-ball and white-ball formats. We explore the benefits, the risks, and what it could mean for player workloads, team culture, and India’s future in ICC tournaments. From Harbhajan Singh’s endorsement to BCCI’s possible post–Champions Trophy rethink, we examine global examples, homegrown challenges, and whether Gambhir should lead all formats or focus on one. Packed with insights, case studies, and probing questions, this conversation is for every cricket fan who’s curious about the next big structural shift in the game.Thank you so much for tuning in to today’s episode and for your incredible support. If you haven’t already, make sure to hit the follow button and tap the bell icon on Spotify to stay updated with every new episode.Stay connected with us on social media – follow @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and Threads, and @neverontheback1 on Twitter (now X) for the latest cricket insights, fresh content, and much more throughout this action-packed season.You can also catch the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify for Podcasters, and many other streaming platforms. Plus, Never on the Backfoot is now on YouTube, so don’t forget to subscribe for exclusive, in-depth content coming your way.Thanks again for all your love and support. Until next time, stay safe, take care, and keep enjoying the game. Bye for now!