Sanjay Manjrekar Criticizes Gautam Gambhir’s ‘Demeanor’ During Press Conference.
In a scathing social media post, former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has taken aim at Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir, questioning his ability to effectively interact with the media.
Manjrekar’s explosive comments came shortly after Gambhir addressed a press conference in Mumbai before the team departed for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.
“Just watched Gautam Gambhir in the press conference. May be wise for the BCCI to keep him away from such duties, and let him work behind the scenes. He does not have the right demeanor or words when interacting with them. Rohit & Agarkar, much better guys to front up for the media,” Manjrekar said in his post on X, the social media platform.
Gambhir, known for his outspoken nature, faced a barrage of questions from the media, addressing a range of topics, including the team’s recent 0-3 defeat against New Zealand, the upcoming Test series against Australia, and the leadership structure in the absence of regular captain Rohit Sharma.
Despite Gambhir’s confident and blunt responses, Manjrekar believes the head coach lacks the appropriate “demeanor” to effectively represent the Indian cricket team in public forums.
Gambhir, who has previously served as a commentator and cricket analyst, has often been praised for his candid and unfiltered approach. However, Manjrekar’s comments suggest that the former cricketer’s style may not be well-suited for the demands of media interactions.
Gambhir’s ability to maintain composure and effectively communicate the team’s strategies and plans to the media will be pivotal in the lead-up to the series.
Manjrekar’s remarks have sparked a debate within the cricketing community, with some supporting his assessment, while others defending Gambhir’s direct and no-nonsense approach.
As the Indian team embarks on their journey to Australia, the spotlight will undoubtedly be on Gambhir’s interactions with the media and his ability to navigate the challenges that come with leading the national team during a crucial overseas tour.
