India’s impressive 12-year-long unbeaten streak in home Test cricket has come to an end as Rohit Sharma’s squad suffered a 2-0 series defeat to New Zealand, capped off by a loss in the Pune Test on October 26. 

The loss exposed vulnerabilities in India’s batting lineup, leading to widespread fan criticism of both captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir’s tactical approach.

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How has Gautam Gambhir’s tenure been received so far?

Gautam Gambhir’s term as India’s head coach began with high expectations following the team’s T20 World Cup win and his previous success mentoring the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL. However, his tenure has been met with mixed results.

Under his guidance, India experienced their first ODI series loss to Sri Lanka in 27 years and saw an end to their 36-year unbeaten Test record at home against New Zealand with the Bengaluru defeat.

Now, the 2-0 Test series loss to New Zealand marks a significant setback, sparking fan frustration and criticism of the ‘Gambhir era’ in Indian cricket.

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How are fans mocking the ‘Gambhir era’ after the loss?

Fans are now sarcastically referring to this phase of Indian cricket as the ‘Gambhir era’. Here are some of the tweets:

Indian cricket team entering the Gambhir era pic.twitter.com/E1lH57WWgo

— Abhishek (@MSDianAbhiii) October 26, 2024

Shastri ne Gabba ka ghamand toda toh tareef? Gambhir ne ghar ka ghamand toda toh burai? pic.twitter.com/nIcG1cs9BN

— Sagar (@sagarcasm) October 26, 2024

*Gambhir era*

Hype Reality pic.twitter.com/32o79SFPJo

— Pakchikpak Raja Babu (@HaramiParindey) October 26, 2024

You seriously can’t defend this test series loss at home by Rohit and Gambhir.

For once, I’m asking you all to raise the right questions instead of defending everything that your favorite does. It’s not always about fan wars but more about the future of Indian cricket. pic.twitter.com/4ILRjuBbe5

— Aditya Saha (@Adityakrsaha) October 26, 2024