Eng vs Ind: “Don’t Tell me what to Do”: Gautam Gambhir loses cool on pitch curator prior to testing the oval
Tension is working high ahead of the decisive fifth test in between England and India With Kia Oval, the drama has already started on the field. Indian head coach a few days before the collision Gautam Gunville I got caught up in a fierce debate with Oval’s chief curator Lee FortisSets the stage for a recharged series finale.
Gautam Gambhir is engaged in a fierce exchange with pitch curators
India’s head coach Gunville was involved in a fierce conflict with the oval-shaped chief curator Forti ahead of the fifth final test, which begins on July 31st. In a video that turned into a virus on social media, Gambil said “will not tell us what we need to do.”
The incident reportedly occurred during India’s first practice session at the venue. Gambil looked visibly upset when he closely observed his batsman and attempted to intervene or advise during the session. The former Indian opener, known for his nonsense attitude, revealed that he would not enjoy instructions from the curator.
“Don’t stop it and tell us what we need to do. You have no right to tell them (the Indian player) what to do. You are just a grounder and nothing more. Gambhir said in a video shared by PTI.
Here’s the video:
Video | India’s team head coach Gautam Ganbil was seen vomiting verbally with chief curator Lee Fortis on London’s oval cricket grounds ahead of the series’ final Test match from Thursday.
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Tensions brewed after the Manchester drama
This conflict lies behind the growing tension between both sides after the fourth Test in Manchester. The final time of play, England skipper Ben Stokes He offered India a handshake for a draw. but, Rabindra Jadaja and Washington Sundaal He chose to continue batting for centuries individually. The decision angered Stokes, who was later seen exchanging words with Jadeja.
Currently, the series is on a level, so India decides to secure a victory in the oval, but England aims to capitalize on the situation of the house that promises to be a thrilling finale.