In India\u2019s riveting journey through nine group stage games in the ongoing World Cup, one name has consistently dominated the limelight \u2013 Virat Kohli. Whether it\u2019s him matching Sachin Tendulkar\u2019s record of 49 ODI centuries or the prospect of leading the team to yet another home World Cup victory, Kohli has been the focal point of Star Sports\u2019 pre-game shows. While Kohli enthusiasts revel in his omnipresence, Gautam Gambhir holds a different perspective, emphasizing the importance of team focus over individual player prominence.<\/p>\n
In a viral video, Gambhir unreservedly shared his thoughts, asserting, \u201cIf you score a fifty, I score a fifty, and the broadcasters are only showing me, then that other player will be called an underrated player. Who makes a player underrated? It is fans, broadcasters, and experts that make it. We are not winning ICC events for a long time because we are obsessed with individual records rather than the team.\u201d<\/p>\n
https:\/\/twitter.com\/ASHMANTWEET\/status\/1723243557430178157<\/p>\n
Having experienced being an underrated player himself, Gambhir highlighted his pivotal role in India\u2019s 2011 50-Over World Cup triumph. Despite his match-winning 97 in the final, his contribution often takes a backseat compared to MS Dhoni\u2019s unbeaten 91. A decade later, Gambhir reflects on the team\u2019s journey, noting a lack of credit for the collective efforts in recent ICC events.<\/p>\n
While acknowledging Kohli\u2019s significant contributions to India\u2019s flawless group stage, Gambhir emphasizes the equally crucial roles played by Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, and KL Rahul. Despite collective excellence, the spotlight remains singularly on Kohli, according to Gambhir.<\/p>\n
The former cricketer has consistently praised Rohit Sharma\u2019s powerplay performances, labeling him a selfless leader. As India gears up for the semi-final clash against New Zealand in Mumbai, Gambhir\u2019s critique raises questions about the balance between individual stardom and recognizing the collective efforts of the team.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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