Overview
- The former India batter alleges Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma wanted to continue in red-ball cricket but stepped back because of the atmosphere around the team.
- He criticizes head coach Gautam Gambhir for pointing to players’ technique after the Kolkata defeat, arguing a coach’s job is to teach.
- Gambhir had described India’s situation as a transition phase and questioned technique and temperament on a turning track.
- Tiwary contends India does not require a transition given the depth of domestic talent waiting for opportunities.
- India lost the first Test to South Africa by 30 runs at Eden Gardens and face a must-win in Guwahati to avoid a second successive series defeat at home.