"Bharat Is The Original Name, But...": Sunil Gavaskar On India Name Change Debate

06.09.2023 - 07:11 sports.ndtv.com

One of the finest Indian cricketers, Sunil Gavaskar has jumped into the India vs Bharat debate, sharing his opinion on the name-change saga that has gripped the entire nation.

Opinions on the subject have been coming thick and heavy, with sporting personalities sharing their take on the raging topic.

After Virender Sehwag publicly shared his take on the matter, batting legend Sunil Gavaskar also shared his insights, suggesting whatever call is taken, it has to be done at the official level.

In a chat on India Today, Gavaskar admitted that the original name remains 'Bharat'. But, if a change has to come in, it should be brought into everything. "That is the original name, Bharat.

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