Gautam Gambhir Returns Home Amid Family Emergency as Mother Battles Health Crisis
In a sudden and emotional turn of events, India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has returned to Delhi from England due to a family emergency. On June 11, Gambhir’s mother suffered a severe heart attack, prompting the former India opener to rush back home on June 12 to be by her side.
According to reliable sources, Gambhir’s mother is currently under critical care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a prominent Delhi hospital. Her treatment is ongoing, and while the family remains hopeful, her condition is described as serious. Gambhir, known for his stoic demeanor on the field, is said to be deeply affected but is standing strong for his loved ones during this challenging time.
Gambhir had traveled with the Indian cricket team to England on June 6 as part of their preparations for a highly anticipated five-match Test series against England. The series, set to commence on June 20 at Headingley, Leeds, marks the start of India’s campaign in the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle. The head coach is expected to rejoin the squad before the first Test, though his exact date of return hinges on his mother’s recovery.
In Gambhir’s absence, the Indian team, led by Shubman Gill, continues its rigorous preparations in Beckenham. The squad has undergone several intense training sessions and is scheduled to play an intrasquad game starting June 13. Following this four-day practice match, the team will head to Leeds to gear up for the series opener. Despite the temporary absence of their head coach, the team remains focused, with players like Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, and Ravindra Jadeja stepping up to maintain momentum.
The Indian squad for the series is a mix of youth and experience, featuring talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, and Kuldeep Yadav alongside seasoned campaigners. The full squad includes: Shubman Gill (captain), Rishabh Pant (vice-captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Karun Nair, Nitish Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel, Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, and Kuldeep Yadav.
As India prepares to face a formidable England side on their home turf, the cricketing fraternity has rallied behind Gambhir, sending messages of support and prayers for his mother’s speedy recovery. Fans and analysts alike hope to see the mentor of India’s triumphant 2024 IPL campaign back with the team soon, bringing his trademark intensity and tactical acumen to the dugout.
For now, the focus remains twofold—supporting Gautam Gambhir during this personal crisis and ensuring Team India is battle-ready for the challenges ahead. As the first Test looms, all eyes will be on Leeds, where history awaits, but hearts remain with Gambhir and his family in Delhi.