Abhimanyu Easwaran Reflects On Gautam Gambhir’s Mentorship After Squad Omission

A Personal Connection Beyond Selection  
Indian opener Abhimanyu Easwaran has been left out of the national squad for the upcoming Test series against the West Indies, despite consistent domestic performances. While the omission sparked debate, Easwaran chose to focus on the positives, highlighting his learning experience under Team India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir.

In a recent interview, Easwaran described Gambhir as “just like me”—a fellow opening batter who understands the mental and technical demands of the role. He shared that Gambhir’s mentorship has been “really advantageous,” especially in adapting batting strategies to different surfaces and match conditions. The Bengal cricketer also noted that their discussions often revolve around building innings with patience and precision.

Key Highlights  

• Abhimanyu Easwaran dropped from India’s Test squad for West Indies series  
• Credits Gautam Gambhir’s mentorship for improving his batting  
• Says Gambhir is “just like me” as a fellow opener  
• Focus on technique refinement and surface-specific strategies  
• Gambhir’s coaching tenure includes ICC Champions Trophy and Asia Cup wins in 2025

Notable Updates  
Gambhir appointed head coach in July 2025, leading India to major tournament victories  
Easwaran has yet to make his Test debut despite multiple squad selections  
Former cricketer Kris Srikkanth suggested non-performance factors may have influenced the omission  
Easwaran’s father’s public remarks reportedly added to selection committee concerns  
The player remains focused on domestic cricket and future opportunities

Outlook Ahead  
While Easwaran’s exclusion from the squad may be disappointing, his continued growth under Gambhir’s mentorship signals long-term potential. As India’s coaching setup evolves, players like Easwaran could benefit from deeper tactical guidance and renewed selection chances based on form and temperament.

Sources: Times of India, NewsBytes, WebIndia123, Odisha TV, Asianet Newsable