Taking to X, Tharoor had posted a picture with Gambhir after meeting him at Nagpur, where the first T20I against New Zealand was held. The mention of "truth and logic about coach's supposed unlimited authority will become clear" raises question over the extent of power Gambhir enjoys within the Indian cricket leadership set-up. Also, while Gambhir did not mention anyone in the post, the phrase, "I’m amused at being pitted against my own who are the very best!" Gambhir's tenure as a head coach has been marked by plenty of ups and downs. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by DNA staff and is published from ANI)

Source: dna January 22, 2026 08:27 UTC