NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal not too long ago expressed his admiration for present Workforce India head coach Gautam Gambhir, calling him “like a brother,” whereas additionally praising the legendary MS Dhoni for his distinctive mentality and profession.
In an interview with CricBlog, Akmal opened up on his relationship with Dhoni and Gambhir.
Speaking about Dhoni, Akmal mentioned, “Little doubt MS Dhoni is somebody with a distinct mentality altogether, an absolute match-winner and he’s tremendous calm.The best way he performed was implausible, and had a implausible profession. We used to speak lots about wicket-keeping, we used to speak lots about batting and yeah, it was usually good to speak to Dhoni.”
Shifting focus to his relationship with Gautam Gambhir, Akmal referred to the previous Indian opener as a detailed good friend, saying, “We share a very good bond and are good pals. Even with Gautam Gambhir too. I imply me and Gautam are good pals too. I share a very good relationship with him. He’s like my brother.”
Akmal’s feedback underscore the connection they developed over time regardless of the fierce cricketing rivalry between India and Pakistan.
He additionally congratulated Gambhir on his current success as a coach. “Actually, I’d wish to congratulate Gautam on profitable his first Check as a coach. I’m so completely happy for him,” Akmal added.
Gambhir not too long ago coached India to a Check sequence win over Bangladesh, marking a brand new chapter in his cricketing profession.
Earlier than the T20I sequence towards Bangladesh, Gambhir visited the Maa Pitambara Temple in Datia on Friday, searching for blessings through the Shardiya Navratri pageant.
The go to was symbolic of Gambhir’s non secular beliefs as he continues his journey as a coach.
Following the Check sequence, India and Bangladesh will face off in a three-match T20I sequence, the place each groups will look to construct momentum.
