Not everyone is a fan of Gautam Gambhir’s ongoing stint as Indian men’s team head coach. The combative Gambhir continues to taste success in white-ball cricket, but in Tests he’s under close scrutiny following India’s second series whitewash at home in just over a year. His reliance on all-rounders has been criticised, but the two-time World Cup winner has defended his approach, citing his success in the Champions Trophy and overseeing a thrilling 2-2 draw in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy earlier this year.

Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi, who shares quite a history with Gambhir dating back to their explosive on-field altercation as players, has jumped into the debate, claiming the ex-opener believes he’s always right.

“The way Gautam started his stint, it looked like he though

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