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"Not Champions Trophy, But England Tour...": On Gautam Gambhir's Sacking Chances, 'Critical Parameter' Revealed

Gautam Gambhir, like many Indian cricketers, is facing intense scrutiny after recent performances. Since the time Gambhir took over as India's head coach, the side lost in Sri Lanka in an ODI series, then against New Zealand at home in Test series and finally, got beaten 3-1 by Australia in the Border Gavaskar Trophy. It is after many years that Indian cricket team has had such a series of failures. A report even said that after the Champions Trophy 2025, Gambhir's contract may be reviewed.

'Not Only T20I Player': Gautam Gambhir Told To Back 'Huge Superstar'. Not Yashasvi Jaiswal

Another rising star has emerged from India's rich cricketing talent pool in the form of Tilak Varma. The middle-order batter dug deep to rescue his team in the 2nd T20I against England at Chepauk, producing the sort of knock that makes him indispensable to the Indian team. As the Indian cricketing fraternity sings praises for Tilak, the batter has been backed to become an all-format player by the team's former star Ambati Rayudu. It was the maturity Tilak showed during the Chepauk chase that made Rayudu make such a big statement for him.

Ex-Pakistan Star Recalls India Great's Prediction For Tilak Varma: "It's Come True..."

Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali has recalled ex-India captain Mohammad Azharuddin's words praising Tilak Varma, following the youngster's heroics in the second T20I against England on Saturday. Tilak is thriving in his new role as India's designated no. 3 in T20I. On Saturday, he hit a brilliant 55-ball 72 not out, laced with four boundaries and five sixes, to help India chase down 166 with two wickets and four balls to spare. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Basit recalled how Azharuddin spoke highly about Tilak, who had not made his India debut back then.

"Need To Put Pressure On Bowlers": Harry Brook Ahead Of 2nd T20I vs India

Top-order batter Harry Brook said on Friday that England will have to apply constant pressure on India if the visitors want to recover from the seven-wicket drubbing at Kolkata and level the series. India are leading the five-match series 1-0 after their victory at the Eden Gardens. “We're pretty chilled. India is a very good side, so, we knew what they were gonna hit us with and yeah, they played an exceptional game,” Brook said on the eve of the second T20I in Chennai.

India Star Sent Warning, England T20Is "Final Opportunity" To Cement Future

It is certainly a transitioning time for hosts India as they adjust to life without Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who retired from the shortest format after the 2024 T20 WC victory. Abhishek Sharma is one of the few players on the shortlist of replacements but has failed to show consistency in his brief tenure with the national team. The left-handed top-order batter is known for his ability to hit all parts of the ground. This prowess was on full display when he scored a blistering century off 47 deliveries in the second T20I vs Zimbabwe in July 2024.

"Real Test Is To Realise Who Is With You": Mohammed Shami's Fiery Remark On Team India Return

Back in the Indian team after a hiatus of over 400 days, Mohammed Shami is set to don the blue jersey as India take on England in the first T20I of the series on Wednesday. Shami, who last played for India in the 2023 ODI World Cup, has been sitting on the sidelines for a long time due to injury issues. The waiting period, however, has helped the marquee pacer become stronger from the mental standpoint. Ahead of his return to the international stage, Shami spoke his mind out, highlighting the real test for him was to understand who was with him during the tough period.

England Coach Brendon McCullum's Firm Take On Under-Fire Gautam Gambhir's Coaching

Credited with introducing the ultra-aggressive 'Bazball' brand of batting, England coach Brendon McCullum aims to "play very watchful style of cricket" in the limited overs series against Gautam Gambhir's India. While McCullum has been credited extensively for revolutionising England's red-ball cricket, his counterpart Gambhir has been in the line of fire over the last few months, owing to a poor run of results. While recent results a different story, McCullum still rates Gambhir extremely high as a 'leader', having worked with him in the past.

Suryakumar Yadav Breaks Silence On Hardik Pandya's Vice-Captaincy Snub: "We Have Lot Of..."

India T20 skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday said Hardik Pandya remains very much part of the leadership group despite the elevation of Axar Patel as his deputy. Following the retirement of Rohit Sharma form T20s last year, Hardik was tipped to lead the side but Suryakumar was given that responsibility after the arrival of new coach Gautam Gambhir. Ahead of the five T20s against England, Hardik was removed as vice-captain and Axar was handed that responsibility.

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"Not Champions Trophy, But England Tour...": On Gautam Gambhir's Sacking Chances, 'Critical Parameter' Revealed

'Not Only T20I Player': Gautam Gambhir Told To Back 'Huge Superstar'. Not Yashasvi Jaiswal

Ex-Pakistan Star Recalls India Great's Prediction For Tilak Varma: "It's Come True..."

"Need To Put Pressure On Bowlers": Harry Brook Ahead Of 2nd T20I vs India

India Star Sent Warning, England T20Is "Final Opportunity" To Cement Future

"Real Test Is To Realise Who Is With You": Mohammed Shami's Fiery Remark On Team India Return

England Coach Brendon McCullum's Firm Take On Under-Fire Gautam Gambhir's Coaching

Suryakumar Yadav Breaks Silence On Hardik Pandya's Vice-Captaincy Snub: "We Have Lot Of..."