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Gambhir: Rahul, VVS kept Indian cricket in good shape; thanks Jay Shah for support

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News18•09-03-2026, 10:30

Gambhir: Rahul, VVS kept Indian cricket in good shape; thanks Jay Shah for support

•India head coach Gautam Gambhir dedicated the T20 World Cup title to predecessor Rahul Dravid and BCCI Centre of Excellence chief VVS Laxman.
•Gambhir acknowledged Dravid's role in keeping Indian cricket in good shape and Laxman's unconditional contributions, especially at the COE.
•He expressed immense gratitude to ICC Chairman Jay Shah for his support during Gambhir's lowest moments, particularly after Test debacles.
•Gambhir praised chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar for his honesty and tough calls in team building, including the ODI captaincy change.
•India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad.

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