‘Beizatti mat kara desh ki’ – Fans react to Gautam Gambhir’s unusual choice when given to choose between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo

Gautam Gambhir was challenged to select amongst Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo during the Sportskeeda “This or That” challenge. The well-known former Indian cricket player grabbed attention for his unusual decision to choose Marcus Rashford, an attacker for Manchester United.

Between two of the biggest symbols of football, Messi and Ronaldo, Gambhir’s selection, or rather, his lack thereof, was unexpected. He went with a third choice rather than picking between the two great players, who had won 13 Ballon d’Or honours between them. The Kolkata Knight Riders mentor said, “None. Because I think I would go for [Marcus] Rashford.”

Taking into account the three players’ respective careers, this decision is quite intriguing. For more than ten years, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo took over the world of football, fostering an unmatched rivalry.

They stand out as being two of the finest players to have ever played the game because of their accomplishments and contributions. Marcus Rashford of Manchester United, on the other hand, has not yet had the same degree of success. Despite his bright start to his time at United, he has not won any Premier League as well as Champions League trophies. He has only had modest team success during his few years as a United player.

With thirty goals for the Red Devils in the previous season, Rashford is undoubtedly skilled. For the striker to achieve their standards though, a great deal of consistency will be required.

What does this say about Gautam Gambhir?

His choice challenges the established order in football fandom and shows an admiration for individual brilliance above group accomplishments. Gambhir’s choice was surprising, which adds mystery to his already contentious and unrepentant public character. 

This new information gives Gambhir a more honest side to his personality, as he surprises people with his choices. In a world where comparisons between Ronaldo and Messi are the norm, Gambhir’s selection of Rashford demonstrates his propensity for the unusual and outlandish.

Fans react to Gautam Gambhir’s unusual choice when given to choose between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo: –

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