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Watch: Gautam Gambhir Takes Charge Of His Training Session Ahead Of 1st T20I vs Sri Lanka

New India head coach Gautam Gambhir took charge of his first practice session on Wednesday, ahead of the first T20I against Sri Lanka in Pallekele. The Indian team arrived in Colombo on Monday, before the Suryakumar Yadav-led side, before making a short trip to Pallekele in the Central Province. India and Sri Lanka will play three T20Is in the city, followed by as many ODIs in Colombo. Following the retirement of captain Rohit Sharma from the T20I format, Suryakumar has been elevated for the leadership role for the three-match series.

"Rohit Sharma Will Faint": India Legend Slams Gautam Gambhir, Says Coach Backtracked

Gautam Gambhir's appointment as head coach of the Indian team has raised doubts over the future of veteran batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Both Rohit and Virat announced their T20I retirements after the T20 World Cup final last month. While the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah assured that Rohit will lead the team during the ICC Champions Trophy and the World Test Championship (WTC) in 2025, it is not clear whether he and Virat will be available for the next ODI World Cup, which is scheduled to be held in 2027.

"If You Give Gautam Gambhir A Choice...": Ashish Nehra's Intriguing Take On Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Playing 2027 ODI World Cup

Former India pacer Ashish Nehra has shared his views on the possibility of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli playing till the ODI World Cup 2027. This comes after new India head coach Gautam Gambhir claimed that if the two veterans manage to stay fit, he'll surely have Rohit and Kohli in the planks for the marquee event in 2027. Kohli and Rohit announced their T20I retirements after the T20 World Cup final last month, and will solely focus on ODIs and Tests with two major ICC events scheduled to take place next year. Speaking on Kohli and Rohit's chances of playing in the 2027 ODI World Cup, Nehra said that the duo will have to keep raising the bar.

"Sabki Soch Alag Hoti": Ashish Nehra On His Decision To Not Apply For India Coach Job

After months of specualtion, Gautam Gambhir's appointment as head coach of the Indian team was made official earlier this month by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Gambhir, who replaced Rahul Dravid at the helm, is already in Sri Lanka with the Indian team for the upcoming white-ball tour. Gambhir was one of the two candidates interviewed for the role by BCCI's COC, following his successful stint as mentor of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). The likes of Ricky Ponting, Justin Langer, Mahela Jayawardene, and Stephen Fleming, were also reportedly in the race.

"Say Without Fear": India Great Blasts Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir On Hardik Pandya Captaincy Snub

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) made its stance clear as Ajit Agarkar and Gautam Gambhir explained the decision to hand T20I captaincy to Suryakumar Yadav, over Hardik Panday. Agarkar, who is the chairman of selectors, explained that Hardik's fitness is one of the primary reasons behind the team's decision to move on to Suryakumar from the leadership perspective. India great Krisnamachari Srikkanth, however, isn't entirely convinced by the reasons given by Agarkar in the joint press conference with Gambhir, saying he doesn't feel Hardik was snubbed over fitness concerns.

"Gautam Gambhir's Ideas Are...": Ashish Nehra's Blunt Take On Hardik Pandya's Captaincy Snub

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya found the leadership responsibility in the shortest format, which seemed to be his after Rohit Sharma's retirement, taken away from him after Gautam Gambhir was hired as the team's new head coach. Gambhir, in consultation with chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar, handed the captaincy responsibility to Suryakumar Yadav in T20Is, while Shubman Gill was made his deputy. Reflecting on the decision, Ashish Nehra, the man who coached Hardik during his role as captain at Gujarat Titans, isn't surprised to see this move by the Indian team management.

On Mohammed Shami's Return, Ajit Agarkar Gives Big Update

India pacer Mohammed Shami is one of the greatest bowlers in the world currently. Known for his swing, Shami played a pivotal role in India's marvelous run at the ODI World Cup 2023, which eventually ended with a defeat against Australia in the final match. With 24 wickets in seven matches, Shami emerged as the highest wicket-taker of the tournament. Since then, the 33-year-old pacer has been out of competitive cricket as he is recovering from an ankle injury.

Ashish Nehra's Big Revelation On Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir's Dressing Room Relationship

While Team India's new head coach Gautam Gambhir refused to get into intricate details of his relationship with superstar batter Virat Kohli, former India pacer Ashish Nehra has shed some light on their rapport. Gambhir and Kohli have been at the center of many on-field tussles, with the most recent coming in the Indian Premier League 2023 season. Both the cricketing icons are similar in terms of their approach towards the game, wearing their passion on the sleeve, and always ready to give their for the team. But, not many conflicts are expected as the two fight for the same team now.

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Watch: Gautam Gambhir Takes Charge Of His Training Session Ahead Of 1st T20I vs Sri Lanka

"Rohit Sharma Will Faint": India Legend Slams Gautam Gambhir, Says Coach Backtracked

"If You Give Gautam Gambhir A Choice...": Ashish Nehra's Intriguing Take On Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Playing 2027 ODI World Cup

"Sabki Soch Alag Hoti": Ashish Nehra On His Decision To Not Apply For India Coach Job

"Say Without Fear": India Great Blasts Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir On Hardik Pandya Captaincy Snub

"Gautam Gambhir's Ideas Are...": Ashish Nehra's Blunt Take On Hardik Pandya's Captaincy Snub

On Mohammed Shami's Return, Ajit Agarkar Gives Big Update

Ashish Nehra's Big Revelation On Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir's Dressing Room Relationship