Former India batter and Lucknow Super Giants mentor Gautam Gambhir is likely to end his stint with the franchise. After two years with the franchise, Gambhir is reportedly looking for other options. It has been reported that the left-hander might move to his former IPL franchise, the Kolkata Knight Riders, in a much bigger role.
It’s worth noting that in recent times, LSG has revamped their coaching staff. They have roped in Justin Langer as head coach to replace Andy Flower. Meanwhile, former India chief selector MSK Prasad joined them as a strategic consultant. Gambhir, who is a core member of the team’s foundation group, has worked hard along with KL Rahul. His hard work and dedication led LSG to the top four in the last two seasons.
However, according to recent news reports published in a prestigious Hindi newspaper, nothing is going well between Gambhir and team management. According to the report, a source said that after Andy Flower, Gautam Gambhir will leave the team. “After Andy Flower, Gautam Gambhir will now leave the IPL franchise… I can’t say anything further beyond this,” a source quoted by the media house said.
Is MSK Prasad the reason behind Gambhir’s possible decision?
It’s worth noting that MSK Prasad, who joined the franchise as a strategic consultant, has a history with Gautam Gambhir. Gambhir has criticised Prasad for his 3-D comments after dropping Ambati Rayudu from the World Cup squad in 2019. Then chairman of the selection committee Prasad also reacted to it with his own clarifications.
Meanwhile, another reason for Gambhir’s decision might be the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Gambhir is a Member of Parliament from Delhi, and in all good circumstances, he will be contesting elections next year. The elections might also collide with the Indian Premier League, and that can force him to leave the franchise. Meanwhile, reports also suggest that he has been offered a lucrative post by the Kolkata Knight Riders.
Here is how fans react to Gautam Gambhir’s possible departure:
Come to MI
— Devangi Joshi (@Devangi_J) August 18, 2023
Coaches ki team hi bna lo ab
— Vishal (@Fanpointofviews) August 18, 2023
Because of PM elections.. so calm down haters. He is our best clutch player in WC history along with Yuvi
— The Cricket Statistician (@CricketSatire) August 18, 2023
Finally he sacked ?
— ???????? | ???? (@Appuavaru_local) August 18, 2023
Should join CSK
— Titu (@TituTweets_) August 18, 2023
He also had meeting with RCB players to discuss about joining RCB. pic.twitter.com/DxhaKzbrAI
— The CrickFun (@TheCrickFun) August 18, 2023
He should join RCB??
— ????????????????????? (@Suvarna_17) August 18, 2023
Rcb me aa jao Gambhir saab??
— Atul (@dikhhat_hai_) August 18, 2023
Imagine Gambhir becoming RCB's batting coach ??
— ????????????????????? (@Suvarna_17) August 18, 2023
KKR ka asli DON ??
— Amit. (@iOnlyAJ) August 18, 2023
Good decision by team to throw him out after that fight with Kohli
— Jitesh (@Chaotic_mind99) August 18, 2023
We want him in RCB..
Entertainment hi entertainment hoga— Tas ?? (@TasneemKhatai1) August 18, 2023
IF YOU JOIN KKR, I WILL COME TO DELHI AND JOIN YOUR ELECTION CAMPAIGN…
SO plz plz ?— Dream? (@DreamInWeb3) August 18, 2023
@vicharabhio bhai…may be our yesterday's analysis is wrong… I think he is leaving to KKR ?
.. That's the reason for MSK Prasad entry— Vihari Gudla (@vihari_gudla) August 18, 2023
May be he will focus more on Politics
— V?? Shar??? (@vij7227) August 18, 2023
What if he ends up becoming the mentor of RCB ???
— KhabriBhai (@RealKhabriBhai) August 18, 2023
Power of King Kohli ????
— ? (@HrithiksAvenger) August 18, 2023
