Overview
- In a BCCI interview after the Australia tour, Gambhir called batting orders overrated beyond the openers and prioritised situational impact over averages or strike rates.
- He said India will keep the post‑opening slots flexible, reflecting recent experimentation during the five-match T20I series in Australia.
- Under Gambhir, India have not lost a T20 series, including the 3–2 win in Australia following a 2–1 defeat in the ODI leg.
- Gambhir acknowledged trade-offs for individuals in a fluid order, with coverage pointing to Sanju Samson as a player whose opportunities can be affected.
- He framed the approach as adaptation to modern conditions and analytics on flat pitches, positioning the policy as core to World Cup preparation.