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"Going To Be Disrespectful...": New KKR Mentor Dwayne Bravo Sent 'Message' To Gautam Gambhir. Here's Why

Charismatic West Indian Dwayne Bravo, who replaced Gautam Gambhir as mentor at Kolkata Knight Riders, on Thursday said he will mix some elements from the former KKR strategist's blueprint with his own distinct style for a successful campaign in the upcoming IPL. With Gambhir playing a key role behind the scenes, KKR won their third IPL title last season. The reigning champions have turned to Bravo ahead of the IPL 2025 season, following the departure of Gambhir who is now the head coach of the Indian team. "Unfortunately, we lost some players. But I think GG had his style, I have my style. We're both successful in our own ways," Bravo said, making it clear that while he respects Gambhir's legacy, he will bring his own methods to the role.

"Most Comfortable At...": Amid Demotion To No. 6 For Team India, KL Rahul Makes Preferences Clear

KL Rahul has been performing consistently irrespective of his position in the batting order but given a choice, the stylish keeper-batter would be "most comfortable" occupying one of the top-order slots. Rahul, who usually bat No. 5, was pushed down a position lower in the Champions Trophy, and made 174 runs in five innings in Dubai. Rahul's success was a reflection of his preparedness for this new challenge and dedication to keep working on his game. "I have grown up playing in the top order. From my first competitive match in Mangalore at the age of 11 to my early days playing for India, and for most of my career, I have been a top-order batter. It is the position I am most comfortable in and the one that feels most natural to me," Rahul said.

Watch: India Star Irritated Upon Return From Champions Trophy 2025, Sits Alone In Car After This Incident

Following India's Champions Trophy triumph in Dubai last week, pacer Harshit Rana returned to his hometown, Delhi, in the early hours of Tuesday. On his arrival at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, Harshit was welcomed by the reporters. While Harshit addressed a few questions from the journalists, the India star looked a bit agitated while answering them. In a viral video, Harshit looked visibly irked over a question from one of the journalists. He eventually closed the door of his car after thanking the reporters.

Ignored Cheteshwar Pujara Sends Big Message To BCCI Ahead of England Tests: "If I Was There..."

Veteran Indian cricket team batter Cheteshwar Pujara sent a strong message to the selectors ahead of the Test series against England. India's next assignment in red-ball cricket will be the five-match series in England and it will be a big challenge for skipper Rohit Sharma as well as head coach Gautam Gambhir after the humiliating series loss against Australia. In an interview with Revsportz, Pujara said that he will be ready to play if the team needs him. He also emphasised on his performances in the domestic circuit and said that he will be open to any opportunities of making a comeback to the national team.

MS Dhoni, Gautam Gambhir Reunited At Rishabh Pant's Sister's Wedding. See Pics

India head coach Gautam Gambhir had a rare reunion with former teammate MS Dhoni on Wednesday, as both attended wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's sister Sakshi's wedding in Mussoorie. While Dhoni had also attended the mehendi and sangeet ceremonies on Tuesday, Gambhir only reached only reached Mussoorie on Wednesday to attend Sakshi's wedding. In what was a rare sight, Dhoni and Gambhir posed together for a photo, which has now gone viral on social media. Photojournalist Pallav Paliwal shared the pictures of Dhoni and Gambhir posing alongside Pant and his family.

"Whole Nation Is Happy": Gautam Gambhir On Champions Trophy 2025 Triumph

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed his delight after the Men in Blue went on to lift the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which took place in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates from February 19 to March 9. Gambhir shared his thoughts at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi before catching the flight for Dehradun. The 43-year-old is travelling to Dehradun for the wedding of wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's sister.

Gautam Gambhir Is Just Getting Started

Love him or hate him, you can't ignore Gautam Gambhir. Since his cricketing days, Gambhir has widely been described as an enigma who had the sporting world scratching his head. From his unfiltered analysis on day-to-day cricketing affairs to metal-piercing remarks as a pundit, Gambhir is a character who has the ability to alter careers of players with his no-nonsense approach. He only showed glimpses of his qualities as a coach in the Indian Premier League before the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) decided to rope him in as the replacement for Rahul Dravid, offering him arguably the biggest personality switch that could theoretically be given.

Gautam Gambhir Breaks Trend, Set To Take Up Role That Even Rahul Dravid, Ravi Shastri Didn't: Report

As international cricket comes to a halt for the Indian team, with the conclusion of the ICC Champions Trophy, the players disassemble and report to their respective Indian Premier League franchises for a 2-month long campaign. Head coach Gautam Gambhir, however, is looking to put himself in action sooner than expected by lining up with the India 'A' team ahead of the senior side's tour of England in June. As per a report, Gambhir is set to be the first Team India head coach to travel with the A side for an overseas tour.

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"Going To Be Disrespectful...": New KKR Mentor Dwayne Bravo Sent 'Message' To Gautam Gambhir. Here's Why

"Most Comfortable At...": Amid Demotion To No. 6 For Team India, KL Rahul Makes Preferences Clear

Watch: India Star Irritated Upon Return From Champions Trophy 2025, Sits Alone In Car After This Incident

Ignored Cheteshwar Pujara Sends Big Message To BCCI Ahead of England Tests: "If I Was There..."

MS Dhoni, Gautam Gambhir Reunited At Rishabh Pant's Sister's Wedding. See Pics

"Whole Nation Is Happy": Gautam Gambhir On Champions Trophy 2025 Triumph

Gautam Gambhir Is Just Getting Started

Gautam Gambhir Breaks Trend, Set To Take Up Role That Even Rahul Dravid, Ravi Shastri Didn't: Report