Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir has drawn criticism from fans on social media just before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final. Shortly before India was set to face New Zealand in the final match on Sunday, Gambhir shared a promotional post for a fantasy cricket platform, inviting fans to predict the game’s outcome.
Many fans responded to the post with concerns about a potential conflict of interest. They questioned the appropriateness of the Indian team’s head coach promoting a fantasy cricket app while being actively involved in a major tournament final.
Gambhir’s decisive leadership has been instrumental in India’s journey to the Champions Trophy final. Despite facing criticism for selecting five spinners for the tournament in Dubai, this strategy has proven crucial to India’s success so far.
The inclusion of Varun Chakravarthy has emerged as a significant turning point for India. Supported by Gambhir, despite his limited experience in ODIs, the Kolkata Knight Riders spinner is anticipated to play a vital role for India in the final.
