"Ishq Ka Toh Pata Nahi...": Indian Cricket team Great Gautam Gambhir's Poetic Tribute On Independence Day Goes Viral

15.08.2023 - 07:21 sports.ndtv.com

On the occasion of 77th Independence Day of India, top sportspersons took to social media to greet the citizens of the country.

Gautam Gambhir, Ravindra Jadeja, Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, and several other notable cricketers took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to wish countrymen a happy Independence Day.

Former captain Virat Kohli wished everyone a happy Independence Day. Happy Independence Day to all. Jai Hind. India's star batter Suryakumar Yadav also extended his wishes and wrote, "A nation like no other, an honour comparable to none.

Wishing everyone a very happy Independence Day! May our country continue to rise and shine and may we do our best to continue to contribute to its glory!" A nation like no other, an honour comparable to none.Wishing everyone a very happy Independence Day!May our country continue to rise and shine and may we do our best to continue to contribute to its glory!

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Over the years, Gautam Gambhir has given some interesting statements about Team India's World Cup wins under the leadership of MS Dhoni. Especially when it comes to the 2011 ODI World Cup triumph, Gambhir has maintained that it's the team that won India the title and not certain individuals. The cricketer-turned-politician has also objected to hero-worshiping in Indian cricket. But, during the Asia Cup 2023 match between India and Pakistan, Gambhir made an interesting remark on another match between the two sides in 2010.

'Nothing Shot, Bit Casual': Gautam Gambhir's Harsh Take On Virat Kohli's Dismissal To Shaheen Afridi

Much was expected of Virat Kohli in the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 clash in Pallekele on Saturday, but he did not deliver. Though the game got abandoned without a ball being bowled in the Pakistan innings, India were given a mighty scare after their innings folded on 266. Barring Ishan Kishan (82) and Hardik Pandya (87) none of the other batters could score big. Virat Kohli (4) and Rohit Sharma (11) were the major disappointments.

Asia Cup: No Surprises As Shaheen Afridi Picks 'Backbone' Of Indian Team

Pakistan's star left-arm pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi called the unwavering Virat Kohli the backbone of the Indian team and emphasized the importance of his wicket. In the latest chapter of their rivalry, the traditional rivals had to split points as the match was called off after heavy showers washed out the play entirely in the second innings. Virat announced himself on the pitch with a classic cover drive to kick off his innings. However, Shaheen got the better of him with an off-swinging delivery to dismiss him for a score of 4.

"Had Kohli Or Rohit Made Those...": Gautam Gambhir, Mohammad Kaif In Awkward On-Air Debate

As India took on Pakistan in their opening Asia Cup 2023 clash, it was Ishan Kishan who made the opportunity count, producing an excellent performance with the bat, all but silencing those doubting him to play a role in India's middle-order. Though an opener, Kishan featured at the No. 5 spot for India in the absence of KL Rahul. Though there remain those who feel Ishan has cemented his spot in the middle-order with the performance against Pakistan, Mohammad Kaif differs in opinion, much to the disappointment of Gautam Gambhir.

"Dosti Bahar Rehni Chahiye": Gautam Gambhir Bemused By India-Pakistan Players' Camaradrie

India's opening match of the Asia Cup 2023 against Pakistan couldn't produce a result as rain played spoilsport, seeing the two teams share a point each. As downpour came heavy at the Pallekel International Stadium in Sri Lanka on Saturday, the Indian and Pakistani palyers were seen engaging in a friendly chat with each other. While friendship betwee players of different teams is natural, former India cricketer Gautam Gambhir doesn't want such camaradrie to be displayed between players during cricket matches.

Gautam Gambhir Shreds India's Batting vs Pakistan, Has A Tough Message For Seniors

The Indian cricket team was dealt a rude shocker by a quality pace attack of the Pakistan cricket team as the famed top-order consisting Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill departed early. While India captain Rohit Sharma fell for 11 in the fifth over, Virat Kohli (4) got out in the seventh over. By 14.1 overs, India were 66/4. Both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma fell victim to Shaheen Afridi's terrific pace bowling. The left-arm pacer also took the wickets of India's top-scorer Hardik Pandya (87) and Ravindra Jadeja (14).