Gambhir commented on the role of media in shaping public perceptions, highlighting the tendency to sensationalize stories for ratings.
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“It's all about TRP. The media hasn't got a clue what kind of person I am, what kind of person Virat is. The media only wants publicity. But publicity can be created in a positive way too.” Gambhir said, underscoring the impact of media coverage on public opinion.
“I absolutely support what Virat said. Log ka masala nahi mila toh (gossip is over for people). As I said, when two people are mature enough, I don't think anyone Neither has any right to interfere between them.” People's lives or their relationships because ultimately, it is between the two of them,” Gambhir said on the subject.
Addressing his lighter side, Gambhir humorously praised Kohli's dancing talent by quipping, “Even if I want to, I can't do a single move. So if I have to learn something from Virat, So these would be their dance moves,” which shows harmony. Shared between both the cricketers.
Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir (PTI)
On the controversial issue of Kohli's strike rate, Gambhir echoed the sentiments expressed by the Indian captain, emphasizing the contextual nature of performance metrics.
“Every player's game is different. What Maxwell can do, what Kohli can't do and what Kohli can do, Maxwell can't do. You have to have different types of batsmen in your eleven. If from No. 1 to Till No. 8 you pile it on with explosive batsmen, you can score 300 but also get out for 30,” Gambhir highlighted the diversity of playing styles within a team.
Elaborating on the importance of strike rate, Gambhir underlined its relationship with match dynamics and situational factors.
“When you win, even a strike rate of 100 is good. But when you lose despite a strike rate of 180, no one talks about it. This is the reality,” Gambhir said in a speech on performance evaluation in cricket. Said while presenting a nuanced perspective. ,
Earlier, Kohli responded to the criticism regarding his changed behavior on the field, especially in view of his recent display of sportsmanship. Reflecting on past controversies, Kohli dismissed critics' disappointment by quipping, “People are very disappointed with my behaviour. I hugged Naveen, and then hugged Gauti Bhai the other day. [Gautam Gambhir] hugged me. Now that they don't have anything juicy, they have started yelling. We are not children!”