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  Gautam Gambhir , the former Indian cricketer known for his aggressive style and sharp leadership, is currently in a deeply personal battle. While he just took over as the Head Coach for the Indian men's cricket team in July 2024, a role that's already seen India lift the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, his immediate focus is on his family. A Mother's Health Crisis As of June 15, 2025, Gambhir is back in India. He abruptly left the team's preparations in England for an upcoming Test series after his mother suffered a cardiac arre st and is in the ICU at a New Delhi hospital. His return to the squad is entirely up in the air, hinging on her recovery. In his absence, assistant coaches like Ryan ten Doeschate, Sitanshu Kotak, and Morne Morkel are stepping up. Recent Triumphs and a Shift in Priorities Before this personal emergency, Gambhir was on a professional high. He made a much-anticipated return to the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as their mentor in IPL 2024 . Many credi...