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"You Just Need To...": Sunil Gavaskar Faces Internet's Ire After 'Foot-Licking' Comment On Gautam Gambhir Backers

Former Indian cricket team captain and batting great Sunil Gavaskar is facing the ire of social media users after a rather strong opinion on the aggressive approach of the Indian cricket team in the second Test against Bangladesh. In that match the Rohit Sharma-led India batted aggressively, sometimes going over 8 runs per over, and extracted a result out of teh game even though over two days were lost due to rain. After the match, the term 'Gamball' went viral, referring to Gambhir's approach as new India coach. It was a derivative of the word 'Bazball' referring to England's changed approach under coach Brendon 'Baz' McCullum.

On India Having Extra Bowling Options, Suryakumar Yadav Gives "Good Headache" Verdict

India captain Suryakumar Yadav is satisfied with having a "good headache" while weighing in his bowling options that features a wide variety of talented players on display during the 1st T20I against Bangladesh. India were relentless with the bat and ball as they cruised to a 7-wicket win with consummate ease. A squad that was a mix of youngsters brimming with talent and experienced stars gave plenty of delight to head coach Gautam Gambhir and the India fans. With a pool of all-rounders and skillful bowlers, India all-in-all had eight bowling options, and six got the opportunity to try their hand with the ball.

"Gautam Gambhir Asked Me Not To...": India's 156.7kmph Star Mayank Yadav Reveals Coach's Big Message

One of the fastest pacers in the world, Mayank Yadav had a positive international debut, picking up a solitary wicket as India defeated Bangladesh by 7 wickets in the opening T20I of the 3-match series on Sunday. Mayank, who falls in the category of express pacers, impressed everyone in his debut outing, not just with the pace he bowls with but also his variations. After the end of the series opener, Mayank revealed an important message coach Gautam Gambhir sent him ahead of his maiden international outing.

Watch: First Glimpse Of 156.7 Kmph Fast Bowling Sensation Mayank Yadav In India Colours

The Indian cricket team registered an impressive 2-0 victory in the recently-concluded Test series and now the focus shifts to the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh starting Sunday. The somewhat new-look India team started practice ahead of the first match in Gwalior and bowling coach Morne Morkel had the opportunity to work with the fast bowlers. In a video posted by BCCI on social media, Morkel was seen working with 156.7 Kmph pace sensation Mayank Yadav - someone who he has worked earlier in the IPL. Apart from Mayank, Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, Shivam Dube and Hardik Pandya were all seen bowling at full swing. It was also the first time that fans saw Mayank In Indian colours.

Team India Gears Up For 1st T20I Against Bangladesh With Fielding Drills

The Indian cricket team is preparing for the first T20I match against Bangladesh in Gwalior on Sunday. In preparation, players were seen sweating in a fielding drill conducted by fielding coach T. Dilip and assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate. A video posted on the official BCCI X handle on Friday showcased the team's training session. "Gearing up in Gwalior with radiant rhythm and full flow. Team India hones their fielding skills ahead of the India vs Bangladesh T20I series opener."

"From The Outside...": Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir Receive Mammoth 'Mentality' Praise

Former Bangladesh cricket team captain Tamim Iqbal was all praise for India captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir for the mentality shown by their side during the second Test match in Kanpur. The first three days of the match was impacted by rain and wet outfield but India came out swinging on Day 4 and their aggressive batting show paved the way for victory. India broke the record for the fastest 50, 100, 150, 200 and 250 in Tests and on Tuesday, they bowled out Bangladesh for the second time in the match. Tamim praised the approach and grit shown by the Indian cricket team before adding that such a tactic is only possible if there if full support from the coach and the captain.

"Keep Your Mouth Shut Idiot": England Great Told For Saying India 'Copied' Bazball To Thrash Bangladesh

India thrashed Bangladesh in the second Test despite over two days being lost due to rain and wet outfield particularly due to their aggressive approach. After Bangladesh 233 all out in 74.2 overs in the first innings, India responded with a score of 285/9d in just 34.4 overs. Bangladesh managed just 146 in the second innings as India chased down the 95-run target with ease. India's fast-paced batting led Michael Vaughan, former England captain, to say cheekily that the Rohit Sharma-led side was 'copying' the ultra-aggressive Bazball approach.

Move Over Bazball, Gamball Is Here. R Ashwin Opens Up On New Phenomenon After Destroying Bangladesh

Ravichandran Ashwin lavished praise on Rahul Dravid and Gautam Gambhir and labelled their passion for Indian cricket "palpable." The era of 'Gamball' is well underway after Rahul Dravid guided India to its ultimate dream as the head coach. During his reign, India ended more than a decade-long wait for the ICC World Cup trophy by lifting the T20 title earlier this year. As Dravid's tenure ended, Gautam Gambhir was named as his successor. Ashwin has had the opportunity to play under the wing of both stars. He pointed out that there isn't a huge gap between Gambhir and Dravid's approach or the passion that the duo shares for Indian cricket.

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"You Just Need To...": Sunil Gavaskar Faces Internet's Ire After 'Foot-Licking' Comment On Gautam Gambhir Backers

On India Having Extra Bowling Options, Suryakumar Yadav Gives "Good Headache" Verdict

"Gautam Gambhir Asked Me Not To...": India's 156.7kmph Star Mayank Yadav Reveals Coach's Big Message

Watch: First Glimpse Of 156.7 Kmph Fast Bowling Sensation Mayank Yadav In India Colours

Team India Gears Up For 1st T20I Against Bangladesh With Fielding Drills

"From The Outside...": Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir Receive Mammoth 'Mentality' Praise

"Keep Your Mouth Shut Idiot": England Great Told For Saying India 'Copied' Bazball To Thrash Bangladesh

Move Over Bazball, Gamball Is Here. R Ashwin Opens Up On New Phenomenon After Destroying Bangladesh