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Gambhir Breaks Silence on Rohit Sharma Relationship: "Not Just Captain and Coach"
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News18•24-09-2026, 11:21
Gambhir Breaks Silence on Rohit Sharma Relationship: "Not Just Captain and Coach"
- •Gautam Gambhir emphasized the importance of a strong connection between coach and captain for unanimous team decisions.
- •Gambhir reflected on his long-standing relationship with Rohit Sharma, stating it predates their coach-captain dynamic.
- •Their bond began when Gambhir was a senior player and Rohit was establishing himself in international cricket.
- •Gambhir highlighted that their shared history makes understanding each other's thinking much easier.
- •He stressed that the ultimate goal is always the best interest of Indian cricket, a sentiment shared with all captains he has worked with.
Key Questions Answered
Gautam Gambhir explained that his relationship with Rohit Sharma goes back to their playing days when Gambhir was a senior player and Rohit was establishing himself in international cricket. He noted that they did not need to figure each other out because they have known each other for years and understand each other's thinking.
Because they have known each other since Rohit entered the national team, Gambhir stated that things became very easy between them. Their familiarity allowed them to focus on making unanimous decisions in the best interest of the team without needing a starting adjustment period.
Gautam Gambhir shared his perspective on his relationship with the former Indian captain while speaking on JioStar.
