Former Cricketer Anil Kumble wants Gautam Gambhir to decide future of senior players
The Indian cricket team kicked off their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign with a commanding six-wicket victory over Bangladesh in Dubai. Mohammed Shami’s impressive five-wicket haul and Shubman Gill’s unbeaten century were the standout performances of the match. However, former head coach Anil Kumble has urged current coach GautamGambhir to make crucial decisions regarding the future of senior players in the squad, particularly in light of ongoing criticism towards Rohit Sharma and ViratKohli.
Despite Rohit scoring a solid 41 runs, Kohli struggled, managing only 22 runs at a slow strike rate of 57.89. Kumble emphasized the importance of this tournament for transitioning from legacy players to newer talent, especially with the next ODI World Cup just two years away. He believes that this Champions Trophy could significantly influence decisions about the futures of veterans like Sharma, Kohli, RavindraJadeja, and Mohammed Shami.
Kumble highlighted the need for Gambhir to integrate younger players into the lineup to build a strong foundation for future competitions. With a fresh team at his disposal, Gambhir has the opportunity to prepare for the upcoming challenges while ensuring that India remains competitive on the international stage.