Gautam Gambhir Blamed for ‘Incomplete’ Playing XI After India’s 76-Run Defeat to South Africa

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:35am on 23 Feb 2026,Monday International

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has faced criticism after the team’s 76-run loss to South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2026. Former Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad questioned the team selection and said the playing XI was not balanced. He pointed to Kuldeep Yadav being left out and said, “India's bowling attack is not complete; they still aren't playing Kuldeep Yadav.” Shehzad added, “Gautam Gambhir is the one who is doing all the planning. So I think they need to reconsider their strategy.” South Africa made 187 for 7. David Miller scored 63. Marco Jansen took four wickets as India were bowled out for 111. (PC: X)

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