Benched player of India reveals crack In Indian dressing room
The Indian cricket team is currently facing significant internal turmoil, as reports of dressing room rifts resurface. A benched player recently expressed frustration, asking a reporter if head coach GautamGambhir had mentioned anything about him, stating, “Nobody says anything to me in the team. Not the captain or the coach. I don’t know what’s happening.” This remark highlights the growing disconnect within the squad, especially as India trails 2-1 in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Former players have criticized these leaks, emphasizing that discussions within the dressing room should remain confidential. Irfan Pathan and others have condemned the breach, asserting that such matters should not be made public. Gambhir has acknowledged that honest conversations occurred after India’s disappointing performance in the fourth Test but refuted claims of a rift, insisting that these were merely “reports, not truth.”
Rohit Sharma’s absence from the playing XI for the Sydney Test has added to the uncertainty, with his name mysteriously missing from the official squad list. Despite this, Bumrah confirmed that Rohit remains captain but is taking a rest for this match. As India prepares for this crucial Test, the focus will be on addressing these internal issues and performing under pressure.