Gambhir Confident in Kohli and Rohit, Downplays Transition Talk Ahead of Border-Gavaskar Series
Gautam Gambhir has shown unwavering support for India’s senior batting pair, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, ahead of the high-stakes Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Despite both players struggling for form in recent Test series against New Zealand and Bangladesh, Gambhir believes the duo remains driven and capable of great achievements.
Kohli, 36, and Rohit, 37, have faced scrutiny following poor performances, with Kohli’s last Test century coming 16 months ago. The pair's struggles, along with discussions about India’s transition phase, have sparked conversation in the cricketing world. However, Gambhir, who has been part of similar transitions in the past, dismissed any concerns, stating that both players are still “very hungry” and focused on success.
Gambhir also rejected the idea that the Indian team is in a transition phase, focusing instead on the immediate challenge: winning the upcoming five-Test series in Australia. He emphasized that the experience within the squad, particularly in handling challenging conditions, would play a crucial role in India's preparation.
Gambhir acknowledged India’s disappointing loss to New Zealand but insisted that the team is ready to move forward, with the goal of conquering Australia’s conditions and securing a series win.
Updated on 11th November, 2024 by MyFortune11