As per Report, Gambhir’s Hardik Pandya as vice-captain request denied, Rohit Sharma & Agarkar go with Gill
Recent reports suggest underlying tensions between Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir, despite both parties publicly denying any rift. The controversy intensified during the selection process for the ICC Champions Trophy, where Gambhir advocated for Hardik Pandya as vice-captain, but Rohit and chief selector Ajit Agarkar opted for Shubman Gill instead, leading to a prolonged two-and-a-half-hour selection meeting.
Rohit addressed these rumours at a press conference, emphasizing that he and Gambhir share a mutual trust regarding their roles on the field. He stated, "Both of us are very clear on what we wanted to do," dismissing claims of discord as mere speculation. However, BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla also refuted allegations of any rift, labelling them as "rubbish" and asserting that the dynamics within the team remain intact.
The backdrop includes India's disappointing performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where they lost 1-3 to Australia. This has raised questions about Rohit's leadership amidst his poor form and the team's overall stability. As the Champions Trophy approaches, the effectiveness of this trio—Gambhir, Rohit, and Agarkar—will be scrutinized closely.