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Sai Sudharsan Credits Gambhir’s Backing for Delhi Revival as He Takes India A Vice-Captaincy

He says a pre-Delhi call from Gautam Gambhir eased pressure, letting him play with freedom.

Overview

  • After a lean debut series in England with 140 runs at 23.33 and just seven in Ahmedabad, Sudharsan hit 87 and 39 in Delhi as India won by seven wickets to seal the series 2–0.
  • Sudharsan recounted Gambhir telling him at the Feroz Shah Kotla nets not to get desperate and that he would play, a message he says restored confidence and clarity.
  • He described a mindset of taking it game by game and aiming to win sessions for the team rather than playing safely to cement a place.
  • Discussing the No. 3 role, he noted prior experience there in age-group and IPL cricket as well as opening for Tamil Nadu, citing the need to be ready for any spot.
  • He will serve as India A vice-captain against South Africa A in Bengaluru, with reports indicating he is in consideration for the upcoming home Tests versus South Africa.