Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, Indian cricket coach Gautam Gambhir dismissed Ricky Ponting's criticism of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's recent form. Gambhir emphasized the importance of the team's hunger for success over external commentary.

Ponting had recently said Kohli's form is a concern, given the Indian batter has scored only two Test centuries in last five years

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has backed senior batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after criticism from the former Australia captain Ricky Ponting. Notably, Ponting recently commented on Kohli's form saying that any other player wouldn't have survived in the team had he scored just two hundreds in five years.

Indian coach Gautam Gambhir defended Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma against Ricky Ponting's remarks, questioning Ponting's focus on Indian cricket. Gambhir praised the players' dedication and hunger for success,

Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir will address the media on Monday in Mumbai, outlining the team's preparations and strategies for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The five-match Test series against Australia commences on November 22 in Perth,

The much-awaited series against Pat Cummins' Australia will commence in Perth on November 22 and ace India batter Virat Kohli, as always, will be a vital cog in India's scheme of things if they are to retain the prestigious trophy.