Ajay Jadeja said that Gautam Gambhir needs to be given and he shouldn't be judged on the basis of a series loss against New Zealand.

Former India batsman Ajay Jadeja believes it is premature to criticise Gautam Gambhir's effectiveness as India coach because he has only been in the position for six months.

Former India middle-order batter Ajay Jadeja on Saturday defended head coach Gautam Gambhir from the criticism he has received following the 0-3 drubbing against New Zealand, saying

Ajay Jadeja defends India's head coach Gautam Gambhir against criticism after a 0-3 loss to New Zealand. Gambhir, who took over in July, had previously led India to a successful start but faced scrutiny after setbacks.

Gambhir succeeded Indian great Rahul Dravid at the helm of the team in July and the defeat to the Kiwis was an early blemish on the southpaw's time at the head of the team. However, Jadeja suggested that it was too soon to judge the 43-year-old's abilities as the coach and implored fans to be patient.

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