Gautam Gambhir Praises Virat Kohli for Building Strong India Test Team

NEW DELHI (AP) — Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir lauded Virat Kohli for his pivotal role in transforming the Indian Test cricket team into one of the strongest in the world. Speaking ahead of the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, Gambhir highlighted Kohli's leadership and its lasting impact on the team's success.

In a recent conversation shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Gambhir emphasized that Kohli's tenure as captain was instrumental in shaping a formidable bowling lineup. "You created a strong fast bowling unit at just 24-25 years of age," Gambhir said. "You deserve credit for building a robust team."

Under Kohli’s leadership from 2014 to 2022, the Indian Test team played 68 matches, winning 40 and drawing 11, resulting in an impressive win rate of 70.17%. This performance has positioned Kohli among India's most successful Test captains, a status reinforced by Gambhir's remarks.

Gambhir also noted that Kohli's mindset contributed significantly to India's victories abroad, asserting, "Your attitude has been the reason behind our success." The viral video of their discussion has resonated with fans, who are expressing admiration for Kohli's contributions to Indian cricket.

As the cricketing community reflects on Kohli's achievements, his name continues to stand out in discussions about India's cricketing legends.