Former KKR batsman Robin Uthappa has criticized Gautam Gambhir for not acknowledging Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli in the course of the post-series press convention. Uthappa stated he discovered it uncommon that the pinnacle coach prevented mentioning the senior duo, particularly after their standout performances within the not too long ago concluded ODI collection in opposition to South Africa.
Uthappa identified that it was shocking to listen to Gambhir keep away from giving credit score to both Rohit or Kohli, regardless of each producing distinctive numbers. Kohli amassed 302 runs together with two centuries and a fifty, whereas Rohit contributed 146 runs with two half-centuries throughout the three ODIs. In keeping with Uthappa, their omission felt unusual contemplating the affect that they had.
Ex-KKR Batter Questions Gambhir for Skipping Reward for Rohit and Kohli
“What I discovered shocking is the post-match of that collection, within the press convention, I did not see Gautam giving credit score to both Rohit or Virat. Listed here are a few guys who’ve batted out of their skins and confirmed us how good they’re and the way good they are often. They diminished all types of doubts and shut down any naysayers about what they really can do and can do for India when they’re in the correct of kind. That felt unusual,” Uthappa stated on his YouTube channel.
Rohit and Kohli Proceed to Excel however Gambhir Silent on 2027 ODI World Cup Plans
Regardless that the 2 senior gamers have as soon as once more confirmed their worth within the fifty-over format by way of constant performances within the final two ODI collection, Gautam Gambhir has remained guarded about their probability of that includes within the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa.
“First you bought to comprehend that the ODI World Cup is 2 years away. It is vital to remain within the current. They’re world-class gamers and their expertise is vital within the dressing room. They have been doing it for a very long time. Hopefully, they’ll proceed doing the identical, which goes to be vital within the fifty-over format,” Gambhir stated after India sealed the collection 2-1 in opposition to the Proteas.
Rankings Increase for Rohit and Kohli
After scoring two tons of and an unbeaten fifty, Virat Kohli has moved as much as the second place within the ICC ODI Rankings with 773 ranking factors. Rohit Sharma stays on the prime with 781 factors, persevering with his reign because the primary ODI batsman.
The 2 senior batsmen may have one other alternative to widen the hole over the remaining when India play a three-match ODI collection in opposition to New Zealand starting January 11 in Vadodara. Till then, they could characteristic for his or her state groups within the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 group stage beginning December 24.