Following India’s disappointing defeat against Australia in the World Test Championship final, the cricketing community has been engaged in discussions about the team’s performance. Among the voices expressing their views, former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir has raised some thought-provoking points about the prevalent issues in Indian cricket. Gambhir spoke about the prominence of individual players and their PR teams, which, according to him, has overshadowed the essence of team unity and hindered India’s success in ICC tournaments.
Gautam Gambhir, known for his straightforward opinions, emphasized that certain individual cricketers have been elevated above the team by their PR teams. Although he did not mention any names explicitly, speculation arose regarding players such as MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli. Gambhir’s statement has sparked discussions among fans, who are attempting to decipher the individuals he was referring to.
During his conversation with News18, Gambhir drew attention to the fact that many people are unaware that Mohinder Amarnath was named the Man of the Match not only in the semi-final but also in the final of the 1983 World Cup. Gambhir’s revelation aimed to highlight the importance of acknowledging Amarnath’s significant role in the team’s success. He questioned the audience, asking if anyone was aware of Amarnath’s achievement, and received a negative response, which he believes is part of the problem.
Gambhir expressed his concern that the 1983 World Cup is often associated solely with the iconic image of Kapil Dev lifting the trophy. While Kapil Dev’s contribution cannot be undermined, Gambhir believes it is essential to showcase other key figures such as Mohinder Amarnath, who played pivotal roles in critical matches. He urged for a broader representation of the 1983 World Cup victory, where Amarnath’s accomplishments deserve recognition.
