Gambhir: Arshdeep didn't need to apologize to Mitchell; 'No friends on cricket field'

• Gautam Gambhir believes Arshdeep Singh shouldn't have apologized for hitting Daryl Mitchell during the 2026 T20 World Cup final.
• Gambhir stated players are 'bound to show aggression' as 'no friends on the cricket field', encouraging such responses.
• The incident occurred in the 11th over when Arshdeep, after being hit for two sixes, threw the ball back, hitting Mitchell on the body.
• Arshdeep initially apologized to Mitchell, but Gambhir felt it was unnecessary, emphasizing competitive spirit.
• Despite the apology and later shared laugh, the ICC imposed one demerit point and a 15% match fee fine on Arshdeep.