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Does Captaincy Affect A Player's Game? Gautam Gambhir Namedrops MS Dhoni In Big Take

Former Indian cricket team opener Gautam Gambhir believes that captaincy does not have any significant impact on a player's batting and he namedropped a number of former India skippers to drive his point home. In a recent interaction with Sportskeeda, Gambhir mentioned MS Dhoni and Sourav Ganguly to show that despite being exceptionally successful captains, their game was not affected by the added responsibilities. He also named captains like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in his argument.

On Difference Between Virat Kohli And Gautam Gambhir, Ex-India Star's 'Polite' Verdict

Former India better Parthiv Patel chose the former President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Sourav Ganguly as his captain over Mahendra Singh Dhoni and said that there will always be a soft corner for his first skipper. Parthiv made his debut for India at the age of 17 in 2002. Parthiv played 15 Test matches and 10 ODIs under Ganguly's captaincy between 2002 and 2004. Ganguly was known for backing his players. "Today I would still choose Sourav Ganguly as my captain for sure. We've had a lot of successful captains Dhoni, Virat Kohli, everyone. But I would still choose Sourav. I think he had time for everyone though. Everyone else has been great captains as well. But I would still choose him," Parthiv Patel said during the 6th Advancement In Endourology Conference At the Forum Convention Centre.

"Mohammed Siraj Will Bowl Much Worse Than This And Yet...": Gautam Gambhir's Blunt Take On Star Pacer

Former India batter Gautam Gambhir has thrown his weight behind pacer Mohammed Siraj after his poor outing in the second T20I against South Africa on Tuesday. Siraj conceded 14 runs in his first over, but made a strong decent comeback by giving away just 13 runs in his next two overs, including a wicket. Gambhir also expressed his disappointment over Arshdeep Singh's show in the match. The pacer leaked 31 runs in two overs, including 24 in his first over.

"I Was Removed, Virat Kohli Was Made Vice-Captain...": Gautam Gambhir's Video With 'MS Dhoni' Reference Resurfaces, Goes Viral

Gautam Gambhir is a straight and honest talker. He has never shied away from making honest comments, even if that has led to controversies. The former Indian cricket team opener, who was part of the 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning teams, was never a skipper for the national side. However, in the IPL he led Kolkata Knight Riders to the title. Recently an old video went viral on the social media, where Gautam Gambhir could be seen talking about his removed as vice-captain after India failed to qualify for the final of the CB series.

"A Match Winner Par...": Gautam Gambhir's Birthday Wish For Yuvraj Singh Cant Be Missed

Unarguably one of the greatest middle-order batters India have produced, Yuvraj Singh celebrates his 42nd birthday today. The left-handed batter was a true match-winner for the Indian team, helping the team win accolades at the grandes of stages. As Yuvraj turns a year older, his former teammate Gautam Gambhir took to social media, to extend a special birthday greeting. Yuvraj and Gambhir share a special bond, having won both the 2007 ICC Word T20 and 2011 ODI World Cup together for India.

"Was Afraid Of Facing" S Sreesanth: Gautam Gambhir In 'Wrong Answers Only' Session

The huge controversy erupted last week during a Legends League Cricket (LLC) match as former India teammates S Sreesanth and Gautam Gambhir went head-to-head against each other. In a series of videos and social media posts, the former India pacer claimed that Gambhir called himself a 'fixer' during the match. On the other hand, the former opening batter has given no reaction, amid some serious allegations by Sreesanth. However, he has now taken a subtle dig at Sreesanth.

"I Don't Want To...": Gautam Gambhir When Asked About 'Fixer' Controversy With Sreesanth

The Gautam Gambhir-S Sreesanth controversy has been the talk of the town in the cricketing spectrum ever since the two went head-to-head in a Legends League Cricket match. In a series of videos and social media posts, Sreesanth claimed that Gambhir called himself a 'fixer' during the match. While Gambhir has given a subtle little reaction on social media about the entire topic, when he was specifically asked to speak up on the matter, he refused. The former India opening batter is yet to share his side of the story, amid some serious allegations by Sreesanth.

"Who Is Talking About Yuvraj Singh Now?": Gautam Gambhir Aims Fresh 2011 World Cup PR Dig

Former India cricketer Gautam Gambhir once again brought up the 2011 World Cup triumph debate once again, suggesting how certain players' PR makes them heroes while others have to settle for the tag of being called 'underdogs'. Gambhir cited the example of former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, who was named the Player of the Tournament after India's victorious campaign in 2011 World Cup. But, feels he doesn't get the recognition he deserves for his pivotal contribution to the team's heroic campaign.

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Does Captaincy Affect A Player's Game? Gautam Gambhir Namedrops MS Dhoni In Big Take

On Difference Between Virat Kohli And Gautam Gambhir, Ex-India Star's 'Polite' Verdict

"Mohammed Siraj Will Bowl Much Worse Than This And Yet...": Gautam Gambhir's Blunt Take On Star Pacer

"I Was Removed, Virat Kohli Was Made Vice-Captain...": Gautam Gambhir's Video With 'MS Dhoni' Reference Resurfaces, Goes Viral

"A Match Winner Par...": Gautam Gambhir's Birthday Wish For Yuvraj Singh Cant Be Missed

"Was Afraid Of Facing" S Sreesanth: Gautam Gambhir In 'Wrong Answers Only' Session

"I Don't Want To...": Gautam Gambhir When Asked About 'Fixer' Controversy With Sreesanth

"Who Is Talking About Yuvraj Singh Now?": Gautam Gambhir Aims Fresh 2011 World Cup PR Dig