The congratulatory messages for Gautam Gambhir on Wednesday, his 45th birthday, were in large numbers. What was surprising, journalists were wishing Gambhir in social media posts. In an age where journalism itself is being redefined, to be a fanboy (or girl) rather than offering a serious critique is laughable. Never mind, the old reporters knew they wrote genuinely, even if it was a caustic piece, without repercussion. Today, it cannot be practiced, as the coach will not give ‘quotes.’
\n\nWell, here is wishing Gambhir a long life and more success. In that pursuit, where the coach has to succeed, it definitely involves performance of Team India. For those who have been watching the India versus West Indies T20 series, tied at 2-2 now, there is enough scope to be critical.
\n\nTill now, one player has stood out, Shai Hope. The West Indies skipper has been menacing, slamming two centuries. As much as Shai is great hope for the West Indies in their rebuilding process in global cricket, he has exposed the Indian bowling. It’s not even club class, as the bowlers are being carted all over.
\n\nFirst things first, Gambhir has to get over this hangover of packing the side…
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