The cricketer was one of the most consistent performers in the three years at the Daredevils, where with Virender Sehwag at the top of the order, he gave many a good start for the side.
In 2011, when the Kolkata Knight Riders decided to revamp their setup, they picked Gambhir to head their revival and what a decision it proved to be.Two titles in seven wins have meant that the side have gone from being the laughing stock in the initial years to one of the most consistent sides.
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Gambhir’s captaincy skills have really been come to the forefront and Knights, under him, look good to win a third title later this year.
Shankar is a featured columnist for cricket at Sportskeeda. He has completed his education in B.E. (IEM) and PG Diploma in Multimedia Journalism and has a rich experience of around 7 years at various notable organizations.
Shankar enjoys the contests that cricket has to offer in various formats. His favorite teams are India and New Zealand and supports Manchester United in football. His all-time favorite cricketers are Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, and Adam Zampa, for their varied traits and skills.
Shankar covered the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup held in India, which Australia won by beating India in the final. He strives to be sensible in his reporting to deliver accurate, relevant, and ethical information.
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