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'He is one of the options if Rohit is not available' - Gautam Gambhir opens up on star Indian batter's selection ahead of BGT 2024

Gambhir was asked about the star player and his chances in the team, to which the head coach replied, saying he's a flexible player and might be included in the team.

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India's head coach, Gautam Gambhir, was attacked by questions from all sides during the recently held press conference before the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024. However, one question that everybody had in mind was about Rohit Sharma's availability and his replacement. Gambhir was asked about KL Rahul and his chances in the team, to which the head coach replied, saying he's a flexible player and might be included in the team. 

"KL Rahul can bat in the top order, he can bat at 3, he can play at 6 - so you need a lot of talent to do all these jobs & he keeps in ODIs - imagine how many countries have players like KL and he is one of the options if Rohit is not available," said Gautam Gambhir. 

After Gambhir's statement, it looks like Rahul's selection is almost certain for the first Test match. If that happens, Abhimanyu Easwaran will miss a chance again and will have to wait a little longer before making his debut. 

During the press conference, Gambhir didn't reveal whether Rohit would play in the first test match. As per rumours, the captain is set to miss the 1st Test match in Perth due to personal reasons. Nevertheless, the Board hasn't given any confirmation or news regarding his opting out of the first Test. Hence, the fans will have to wait for an official confirmation. 

He should think about Australian cricket: Gautam Gambhir

Gautam Gambhir gave a cheeky reply to Ricky Ponting's statements related to Virat Kohli on his centuries in the last five years. Gambhir said, "What does Ponting have to do with Indian cricket? He should think about Australian cricket." The head coach stood with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli throughout the interview and gave appropriate answers wherever necessary. 

He said they are proven players and don't have to show the world what they are capable of now. Kohli and Rohit are facing serious issues regarding their form right before the BGT series. This is concerning for the management as it will be a crucial series for both teams, and senior players' involvement will be much needed. 

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