You can debate the man’s overall coaching impact on the Indian national team; his record in ODIs and Tests has certainly seen its bumps. But in the shortest format of the game, T20 Internationals, Gautam Gambhir looks nothing short of a genius.

Ever since Gautam Gambhir took charge, the Indian team has simply refused to lose a T20I series. The numbers speak for themselves, showcasing a transformation of the T20 squad into an absolute powerhouse. Under him, India has achieved the top T20I ranking in all facets of the game. namely batting, bowling, and all-rounder rankings.

It started with dominant series wins at home, including a 3-0 whitewash against both Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. They followed that up with a massive 4-1 victory over a strong England side, and then proved their mettle away from home, securing a brilliant 3-1 win in South Africa.

This exceptional run has now been extended against Australia. With India taking a crucial 2-1 lead, they head to Brisbane for the final T20I knowing that the series cannot be lost. Whether they win or draw, Gambhir’s spotless T20 record remains intact. This success stands in stark contrast to his journey as head coach in the longer formats, but with the T20 World Cup looming ahead, these are incredible signs for Indian cricket.

The consistency, hunger, and clinical execution are all there. Today’s performance, which sealed the series advantage against Australia, perfectly encapsulated this winning spirit. With a commanding 48-run victory, the team showed depth in batting and phenomenal execution in bowling, highlighted by tight spells and quick wickets from the likes of Axar Patel.

Under Gautam Gambhir, even the otherwise utility players feel like genuine match winners, and that is the beauty of this Indian Team. They are all hell-bent on giving their best every day, and so even if a few fail, the others more than make up for it. If this kind of dominant form continues, India will be heading into the World Cup as the team to beat.