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"Virat Kohli Didn't Like Gautam Gambhir's Gesture, Abused...": Amit Mishra Big Claim On IPL Clash

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 campaign produced some fiery clashes on the field, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru superstar Virat Kohli taking on Lucknow Super Giants' Naveen-ul-Haq. The clash between the two spiralled on beyond the match, with LSG coach Gautam Gambhir also throwing himself in the altercation. Gambhir and Kohli had a heated argument that prompted forced their teammates to intervene. Now, Lucknow spinner Amit Mishra has revealed what exactly was the reason behind such an explosive clash that season.

"Gautam Gambhir Ended The Feud, Not Virat Kohli": Amit Mishra Drops IPL Row Bombshell

Veteran Indian cricket team spinner Amit Mishra claimed that it was Gautam Gambhir who went and ended the feud with Virat Kohli after their on-field spat during the Indian Premier League (IPL). During IPL 2023, then Lucknow Super Giants mentor Gambhir got into a verbal altercation with Royal Challengers Bengaluru star Kohli. The incident also included Afghanistan fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq and all three of them were penalised. However, during IPL 2024, Gambhir and Kohli hugged and were seen having conversations signaling an end to the rivalry. Speaking on YouTuber Shubhankar Mishra's show 'Unplugged', Mishra revealed that it was Gambhir who approached Kohli and sorted the situation out before adding that he believes Kohli should have been the one to resolve the situation.

On Rohit Sharma's Wimbledon Appearance, RCB's "Garden" Post Is Pure Gold

India's T20 World Cup-winning captain Rohit Sharma made a special appearance at the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club to watch the men's singles semi-finals of the ongoing Wimbledon. Rohit was pictured near courtside and was seen wearing an olive suit with tean brown tie and leather shoes. Last month, Rohit led India to just their second T20 World Cup title, and first in 17 years. In the final, India beat South Africa by 7 runs in Barbados.

He's Got Strong Opinions": Andy Flower On India's New Head Coach Gautam Gambhir

Former Zimbabwe player and current Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower has backed the BCCI's decision to appoint Gautam Gambhir as the head coach of the Indian cricket team. The board on Tuesday announced the news of selecting Gambhir, a former India opener, to replace Rahul Dravid, whose tenure ended with T20 World Cup 2024. While praising the move, Flower stated that Gambhir is a man of "strong opinions" and "clear views". It is worth noting that both Gambhir and Flower worked together during IPl 2022 and 2023.

"The Man Who Brought Sunny Days To Indian Cricket": Wishes Pour In For Sunil Gavaskar On 75th Birthday

As Sunil Gavaskar touched another significant milestone in his life, turning 75 on Wednesday, there was an outpouring of good wishes for him on social media where his legendary exploits with the bat were recalled with reverence. Considered one of the greatest batters to have played the game, the Mumbaikar was the first to reach the 10,000-run mark in Test cricket. "Happy Birthday, Sunil Gavaskar! Your batting technique was so perfect that you could play aggressively and defensively with equal ease. Best wishes for everything and have a wonderful year ahead!" wrote BCCI secretary Jay Shah on 'X'.

"Love You Dada": Wishes Pour In For Sourav Ganguly On 52nd Birthday

Former cricketers Manoj Tiwary and Munaf Patel extended wishes to former India captain Sourav Ganguly on his 52nd birthday. Ganguly, who was regarded as the 'God of Off-side' by former teammate Rahul Dravid, made many spectacular contributions in the field of cricket and continues to do so as Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Delhi Capitals' Director of Cricket. "You are, you were and you will always be an inspiration. Love you Dada and wishing you a very happy birthday," Tiwary wrote on X.

Gautam Gambhir Informs BCCI, Wants Ex RCB Star As Team India Bowling Coach: Report

The ferocious Gautam Gambhir was named head coach of the Indian cricket team by the BCCI, which hoped that he would bring "tenacity and leadership" to the position that was held with "remarkable success" by Rahul Dravid until recently. Gambhir's arrival isn't the only change in India's coaching setup, with the former opening batter also looking to bring in his own coaching staff. While Abhishek Nayar, the assistant coach at Kolkata Knight Riders, is one of Gambhir's preferences, he reportedly also wants former India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer R Vinay Kumar as the bowling coach in the Indian team.

"Virat Kohli Sends Funny Memes, That's Majority Of The Chat": Sunil Chhetri

Star batter Virat Kohli called time on his T20I career after Team India clinched the T20 World Cup 2024 trophy. Despite going through a lean patch in the entire tournament, Kohli broke the shackles and smashed 76 runs in the final against South Africa and bagged the Player of the Match award. Apart from being a great player, Kohli is widely popular for his style and aggressive on-field attitude. However, former India football team captain Sunil Chhetri revealed a very different side of the 35-year-old batter.

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"Virat Kohli Didn't Like Gautam Gambhir's Gesture, Abused...": Amit Mishra Big Claim On IPL Clash

"Gautam Gambhir Ended The Feud, Not Virat Kohli": Amit Mishra Drops IPL Row Bombshell

On Rohit Sharma's Wimbledon Appearance, RCB's "Garden" Post Is Pure Gold

He's Got Strong Opinions": Andy Flower On India's New Head Coach Gautam Gambhir

"The Man Who Brought Sunny Days To Indian Cricket": Wishes Pour In For Sunil Gavaskar On 75th Birthday

"Love You Dada": Wishes Pour In For Sourav Ganguly On 52nd Birthday

Gautam Gambhir Informs BCCI, Wants Ex RCB Star As Team India Bowling Coach: Report

"Virat Kohli Sends Funny Memes, That's Majority Of The Chat": Sunil Chhetri