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Who is Gautam Gambhir

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About Gautam Gambhir

Who is Gautam Gambhir

A cricketer from Delhi, Gautam Gambhir started his political innings in 2019 after ending his stellar international career in December 2018. He contested the Lok Sabha elections 2019 on a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ticket from the Delhi East constituency, and registered an emphatic victory.
 
For Gambhir, who played a crucial role in India's historic 2007 World T20 final and 2011 ICC World Cup wins, the transition from cricket to politics has been breezy so far. Vocal on social media about political issues and matters of national importance, Gambhir gained a wide following not only among netizens but also off-internet voters.
 
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My duty is to young fans, not to commentary boxes: Gambhir slams Gavaskar

Gavaskar, in his column, wondered if Gambhir would take a larger cut - like the Rs 2.5 crore bonus that was once offered to Dravid after the T20 World Cup win in 2024

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Updated On : 07 May 2025 | 11:16 AM IST

Gambhir explains his relation with Rohit, Kohli, slams YouTube experts

Gambhir was more pointed in his response to questions about his rapport with India captain Rohit Sharma. Referring to the Champions Trophy win just two months ago.

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Updated On : 06 May 2025 | 9:00 PM IST

Gautam Gambhir breaks silence on India-Pakistan cricket relations

Team India coach and former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir emphasized that national security concerns should take precedence over sporting engagements.

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Updated On : 06 May 2025 | 8:35 PM IST

Gautam Gambhir gets death threat from 'ISIS Kashmir' after Pahalgam attack

Gautam Gambhir received a death threat from 'ISIS Kashmir' following the Pahalgam terror attack and has filed a complaint with Delhi Police to ensure his family's safety

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Updated On : 24 Apr 2025 | 9:59 AM IST

Coach and selector were not onboard with my call to miss Sydney Test: Rohit

Rohit revealed that the choice to sit out of the Sydney Test was made after he honestly assessed his own form

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Updated On : 17 Apr 2025 | 5:25 PM IST

BCCI sack Team India's assistant coaches before England Tests: Report

The Indian team already has the legendary domestic cricketer Sitanshu Kotak, while Ryan ten Doeschate will take over Dilip's responsibilities. Adrian Le Roux will assume Desai's duties.

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Updated On : 17 Apr 2025 | 4:34 PM IST

Gavaskar questions Gambhir over Champions Trophy 2025 reward distribution

Ex-Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar raised questions about whether Gambhir would follow the lead of his predecessor, Rahul Dravid, who chose to share his prize money equally with the support staff.

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Updated On : 26 Mar 2025 | 6:05 PM IST

Dhoni and Gambhir share frame during Rishabh Pant's sister's wedding

Rishabh Pant and his family (sister, brother-in-law and mother) were also present in the now-viral picture of Dhoni and Gambhir

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Updated On : 13 Mar 2025 | 12:53 PM IST

KL Rahul is our 1st choice, can't play 2 keeper-batters: Gautam Gambhir

Rahul, who initially batted at No. 6 in the first two games, didn't look comfortable and fared far better at the familiar No. 5 position.

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Updated On : 12 Feb 2025 | 11:23 PM IST

IND vs ENG: Gambhir defends India's high-risk, high-reward approach in T20s

That shift in mindset was evident in India's 4-1 mauling of England in the just-concluded five-match series

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Updated On : 03 Feb 2025 | 12:48 PM IST

How has Gautam Gambhir fared as Indian cricket team's head coach so far?

Gambhir started his head coach tenure for the Indian team with the T20 series against Sri Lanka, which India won with ease by 3-0

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Updated On : 29 Jan 2025 | 2:01 PM IST

IND vs ENG: India suffer body blow ahead of 2nd T20I against England

Although the extent of the injury remains unclear, Abhishek's availability for the match on Saturday is uncertain.

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Updated On : 25 Jan 2025 | 9:14 AM IST

IND vs ENG: Suryakumar Yadav opens up about his relationship with Gambhir

The Indian skipper used to be teammates with Gambhir during his time in the IPL with KKR before his international debut

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Updated On : 21 Jan 2025 | 9:32 PM IST

Rohit Sharma questions BCCI's new diktat, seeks clarity on family clause

While the BCCI defends the guidelines as part of improving team cohesion and discipline, the debate continues as the team seeks to balance professionalism with personal freedom

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Updated On : 18 Jan 2025 | 7:49 PM IST

Gautam Gambhir not too happy with Rohit Sharma's retirement U-turn?

The report further suggested that Rohit's sudden U-turn on his retirement decision did not sit well with India's coach, Gautam Gambhir.

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Updated On : 12 Jan 2025 | 10:28 AM IST

BCCI to review lean show in AUS; Gambhir, Kohli and Rohit in clear: Report

A media report by IANS suggests that the BCCI is likely to review India's poor outing in Australia. However, the same report also suggests that Gambhir, Rohit and Kohli are safe from any harsh action

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Updated On : 08 Jan 2025 | 4:43 PM IST

Bangar and Gupta believe players should follow example of Rahane and Pujara

Bangar said that Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane have demonstrated their commitment by continuing to perform at the domestic level

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Updated On : 07 Jan 2025 | 4:34 PM IST

IND vs AUS: You can't be soft in tough men's sport, says Gautam Gambhir

The head coach of team India, Gautam Gambhir, lambasts Australia's reaction to Bumrah-Konstas banter in Sydney

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Updated On : 05 Jan 2025 | 3:28 PM IST

Not in India's Test team plans after IND vs AUS Tests: Selectors told Rohit

With no red-ball cricket lined up before the crucial England tour in June, the question looms large-will Rohit return to the grind of domestic cricket when the Ranji Trophy resumes later this month?

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Updated On : 04 Jan 2025 | 4:56 AM IST

Rohit vs Gambhir: Here's how two openers performed in Aussies conditions

As an opener, Gambhir's performance has not been as encouraging as he scored at an average of 27.5, but Rohit's is even worse.

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Updated On : 03 Jan 2025 | 9:52 AM IST