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"Are You Happy Scoring 25-30 Runs?": Sunil Gavaskar Blasts Gautam Gambhir's 'Rohit Sharma' Take

Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar advised Rohit Sharma to bat for longer periods of time instead of just concentrating on providing the team with a quick start. Following India's win over Australia in the Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal, head coach Gautam Gambhir defended Rohit's approach and said that the star batter is judged on 'impact' and not on his numbers. However, Gavaskar was not impressed with the remark and said that if a batter like Rohit stays at the crease for 25-30 overs, he will take the game away from the opponents and that should also be included in his gameplay.

Gautam Gambhir Shuts Down Critics Questioning His Decisions With Powerful '140 Crore Indians' Remark

Head coach Gautam Gambhir didn't mince his words while reacting to the criticism he has faced over the selection of certain players and the batting order lineup after India breezed past Australia to confirm their seat in the final of the ongoing Champions Trophy. Fans have criticised Gambhir and his management for preferring KL Rahul over Rishabh Pant as the first-choice wicketkeeper batter and for fast-tracking young gun Harshit Rana. After India thrashed Australia in the semifinals and booked its place for the Champions Trophy final on Sunday, the Indian head coach was asked about the backlash he has faced over certain decisions. Gambhir replied simply to his doubters and critics: he "doesn't care about it."

Gautam Gambhir Targeted By South Africa Media With 'Hollow Victory' Jibe: "Cringe-Worthy..."

There has been a lot of chatter over the 'hybrid' nature of Champions Trophy 2025 and whether that handed India "unfair advantage" in their campaign. India played all of their matches in Dubai after they refused to travel to Pakistan due to political tensions. However, head coach Gautam Gambhir had a sharp retort to the comments and even went on to call the critics "perpetual cribbers". However, the South Africa media has taken aim at the former India opener and criticised his "cringeworthy arrogance" while stating that even if India triumph in the final, the victory will be "hollow" for Gambhir and Co. In a report published by South African media website iol.co.za, Gambhir was slammed for his comments on the topic and the report went to say that "his arrogance throughout this whole situation is cringe-worthy".

Gautam Gambhir Not Satisfied Despite India's Progression To Champions Trophy Final Over One Reason

Not the one to be easily pleased, India head coach Gautam Gambhir said his team is still searching for that "perfect game" despite entering the Champions Trophy final with an all-win record and he is hopeful that it would come in the summit clash on Sunday. India trounced Australia by four wickets in the first semifinal here on Tuesday, with senior batter Virat Kohli making a well-paced 84. "See, in international sport, you want to keep improving. You don't say that you've ticked all the boxes. We still haven't played a perfect game. I will never be satisfied with the performances," Gambhir said in the post-match press conference.

Watch: Gautam Gambhir Visibly Upset With Virat Kohli In India's Dressing Room, Has Animated Chat

India might have progressed to the ICC Champions Trophy final but the cricket world missed out on the golden opportunity of seeing another Virat Kohli hundred. Kohli, on the cusp of his 52nd hundred in the format, was dismissed while trying to go for a maximum on the bowling of Adam Zampa. However, Virat could only find the long-on fielder. As Kohli returned to the dressing room, India head coach Gautam Gambhir seemed to have shared his disappointment with the manner of the star batter's dismissal.

"Constantly Appealing": Mohammed Shami's Desperate Plea To ICC On Repealing COVID Time's Law

India pace spearhead Mohammed Shami has broken ranks by admitting that playing all their Champions Trophy games at one venue in Dubai has been to their advantage. Shami returned figures of 3-48 to set up India's four-wicket win over Australia in the semi-finals on Tuesday in Dubai. India coach Gautam Gambhir afterwards lashed out at critics who have said playing at the same Dubai International Cricket Stadium each time is unfair.

Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase

India coach Gautam Gambhir said Virat Kohli's vast experience and knack of planning his innings to perfection are reasons he is so successful in one-day internationals, after the batsman led the team into the Champions Trophy final.

Gautam Gambhir Issues Clear Statement On Virat Kohli's Future After Champions Trophy

Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir was all praise for star batter Virat Kohli following his match-winning chase masterclass against Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal, saying that he knows how to plan his runs and adapt to conditions really quickly. Virat's masterclass knock of 84 during a run-chase of 265 in tricky conditions pushed India from 43/2 to a memorable four-wicket win, taking India to the final of the Champions Trophy, where they will be playing either New Zealand or South Africa.

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"Are You Happy Scoring 25-30 Runs?": Sunil Gavaskar Blasts Gautam Gambhir's 'Rohit Sharma' Take

Gautam Gambhir Shuts Down Critics Questioning His Decisions With Powerful '140 Crore Indians' Remark

Gautam Gambhir Targeted By South Africa Media With 'Hollow Victory' Jibe: "Cringe-Worthy..."

Gautam Gambhir Not Satisfied Despite India's Progression To Champions Trophy Final Over One Reason

Watch: Gautam Gambhir Visibly Upset With Virat Kohli In India's Dressing Room, Has Animated Chat

"Constantly Appealing": Mohammed Shami's Desperate Plea To ICC On Repealing COVID Time's Law

Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase

Gautam Gambhir Issues Clear Statement On Virat Kohli's Future After Champions Trophy