Overview

• India head coach Gautam Gambhir has affirmed that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will play pivotal roles in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy despite their current dip in form.
• Both players have faced criticism following India's recent Test series losses to New Zealand and Australia, leading to speculation about their future in international cricket.
• Gambhir highlighted the duo's passion, experience, and contributions to the team, stating they bring immense value to Indian cricket and the dressing room.
• The Champions Trophy, which begins February 20, is described by Gambhir as a unique challenge due to its make-or-break format, requiring consistent wins across five matches to secure the title.
• India's group stage opponents include Bangladesh, Pakistan, and New Zealand, with Gambhir downplaying the hype around the February 23 India-Pakistan match, emphasizing the importance of every game in the tournament.