Claims emerge of Gautam Gambhir’s role in Rohit Sharma’s captaincy removal. (Photo: X)
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Moneycontrol16-01-2026, 14:56

Gambhir's Influence Behind Rohit Sharma's Captaincy Removal: Ex-KKR Teammate

  • Former KKR teammate Manoj Tiwary believes Gautam Gambhir played a major role in Rohit Sharma's removal as captain.
  • Rohit Sharma, despite leading India to an ICC Champions Trophy victory, was abruptly removed from captaincy.
  • Tiwary suggests that while Ajit Agarkar announced the decision, the head coach's input was crucial.
  • The selection committee appointed Shubman Gill as the new captain, focusing on the 2027 ODI World Cup.
  • Tiwary criticized the decision, calling it disrespectful to Rohit Sharma and questioning the cricketing logic behind it.

Why It Matters: Manoj Tiwary suggests Gautam Gambhir influenced Rohit Sharma's captaincy removal, questioning the decision's logic.

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