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Gautam Gambhir's Smashing Reply To Silence Pitch Critics Ahead Of Bangladesh Test

India head coach Gautam Gambhir, on Wednesday, sent a loud and clear message to critics who have already started to bring up topic around Indian pitches being too spin-friendly. In recent years, Indian pitches have been subjected to plenty of criticism over early finishes, sometimes in even two or three days. Speaking to reporters ahead of the first Test against Bangladesh, Gambhir said that not much noise was made when India's Test matches in South Africa finishes in 2-3 days.

Virat Kohli Opens Up On MS Dhoni Exit Challenge, Gautam Gambhir Gives Priceless Response

In a heart-to-heart conversation, Indian cricket stalwarts Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir gave fans the memory of a lifetime. Often making news because of the 'masala' in their relationship, Kohli opened his heart in front of Gambhir, the man who recently took up the role of Team India's head coach. As the two discussed their careers, personalities and vision through this journey of Indian cricket, some brilliant tales were narrated.

"We Don't Fear Anyone But...": India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir Ahead Of Bangladesh Tests

Ahead of the first Test match against Bangladesh, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir said his side "don't fear anyone" but have "respect for everyone." The two-match Test series between India and Bangladesh will kick off on September 19 at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. Currently, Team India lead the WTC standings with a point percentage of 68.52. Their upcoming WTC series includes Bangladesh (two Tests, home), New Zealand (three Tests, home), and Australia (five Tests, away). Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Gambhir congratulated Bangladesh on their two-match Test series win against Pakistan. He praised Najmul Hossain Shanto's side, calling them a quality team.

No Doubt Sarfaraz Khan Had Very Good Debut, But KL Rahul Consistent In Scoring Runs, Says Parthiv Patel

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel believes KL Rahul's consistent run-scoring secured his selection over Sarfaraz Khan in the playing eleven for the first Test against Bangladesh, starting on September 19 in Chennai. "You have to look at KL Rahul's performance in the last few years. He has been fantastic. He scored 100 in South Africa at Centurion. When he played that only Test match against England in Hyderabad, he scored runs. He has been around scoring runs consistently, had a very good World Cup as well.

India vs Bangladesh 1st Test Day 1 To Be Washed Out Due To Rain? Weather Report Says This

After a long gap, the Indian cricket team will finally return to action when it face Bangladesh in the first Test of the two-match series in Chennai on Thursday. This will be the first Test series that India will play after Gautam Gambhir took over as India coach. However, according to the weather prediction on accuweather.com for September 19, rain is likely to impact the first day's play. The prediction showed a 25 per cent 'probability of precipitation' in the morning while in the afternoon it is 46 per cent. Though the probability of a washout is not huge, rain is likely to impact the day's play.

"Rohit Sharma Was Backed Despite Not Having Stellar Start...": Gautam Gambhir's Blunt Take

With the India-Bangladesh two-match Test series set to commence on Thursday, Gautam Gambhir, the newly appointed Head Coach of Team India opened up about the bond with captain Rohit Sharma. For Gambhir, the captain is central to a team's success, and while the coach plays an important role, the ultimate responsibility lies with the leader on the field. Rohit's leadership qualities, Gambhir believes, have earned him immense respect in the dressing room—an essential trait for any successful leader.

Focusing On Red-Ball Cricket Will Help Advance Indian Cricket: Gautam Gambhir

As India geared up for the Test series against Bangladesh, all eyes are not just on the players but also on the new leadership of the team. Gautam Gambhir, the former Indian opener and now the head coach of Team India, will take his first red-ball assignment on Thursday when India plays its first Test match at MA Chidambaram Stadium. Ahead of the series opener against Bangladesh, Gambhir opened up about his vision, the importance of red-ball cricket, and the hunger that drives both senior and emerging players.

Rishabh Pant Braces For Test Return After 632 Days

A harsh sun beating down on him, Rishabh Pant was engrossed preparing for his first Test in two years, taking down net bowlers in that unmistakably Pant-ish way. From getting tossed up some 40m into air off a toppled car to getting back to cricket field at the highest level is nothing less than extraordinary. It was hard to believe that 632 days have passed since Pant has played a Test match, and, coincidentally, his last five-day game was also against Bangladesh in 2022.

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Gautam Gambhir's Smashing Reply To Silence Pitch Critics Ahead Of Bangladesh Test

Virat Kohli Opens Up On MS Dhoni Exit Challenge, Gautam Gambhir Gives Priceless Response

"We Don't Fear Anyone But...": India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir Ahead Of Bangladesh Tests

No Doubt Sarfaraz Khan Had Very Good Debut, But KL Rahul Consistent In Scoring Runs, Says Parthiv Patel

India vs Bangladesh 1st Test Day 1 To Be Washed Out Due To Rain? Weather Report Says This

"Rohit Sharma Was Backed Despite Not Having Stellar Start...": Gautam Gambhir's Blunt Take

Focusing On Red-Ball Cricket Will Help Advance Indian Cricket: Gautam Gambhir

Rishabh Pant Braces For Test Return After 632 Days