Virat Kohli is set to return to action in the first ODI against England on July 14, but rumors of a rift with head coach Gautam Gambhir are gaining traction. Kohli missed the ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury.
What's behind the rumors of a rift between Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir?
According to Times Now, Gambhir was continuously seen engaging with other senior players, including Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and KL Rahul, but there were no conversations with Virat Kohli during the training sessions. Kohli spent most of his time with batting coach Sitanshu Kotak in an extended net session.
How did the rumors start?
Over the years, there have been reports of differences between Kohli and Gambhir, and the rumors of a rift between the two individuals have been circulating. Gambhir is coming off two back-to-back T20I series losses, first to Ireland and then to England, where the India got whitewashed. He is facing criticism from both the media and the fans back home.
What does this mean for the team?
With the World Cup approaching, the team needs to be on the same page and give their best for the team. Kohli and Gambhir need to put aside their differences and work together to achieve success.
What's next for Virat Kohli and the Indian team?
The first ODI between England and India is scheduled to be played on Tuesday, July 14. Kohli will be looking to make a strong comeback after missing the ODI series against Afghanistan. The team will be hoping to put behind their recent losses and start fresh in the series against England.