India Suffers Crushing Defeat in ODI Series Against Sri Lanka
The Indian cricket team suffered a crushing 2-1 defeat in the ODI series against Sri Lanka on their recent tour. This unexpected loss has left captain Rohit Sharma and coach Gautam Gambhir reeling.
Gambhir, who was taking charge of the team for the first time in an ODI series, expressed his shock and disappointment over the result. Notably, this is the first time India has lost an ODI series to Sri Lanka in 27 years.
Following the defeat, a former Pakistani cricketer, Tanveer Ahmed, took to social media to express his glee. He criticized Gambhir’s leadership and even mocked the team’s performance.
With the 2025 Champions Trophy approaching, concerns are growing about India’s preparations. They have only three ODI matches remaining before the tournament.
Who is Tanveer Ahmed?
Ahmed is a former Pakistani cricketer who played only 9 international matches in his career. He has struggled in all formats of the game, taking only 17 wickets in Tests, 2 in ODIs, and 1 in T20s.
Rahul Dravid’s Potential Return
Meanwhile, veteran batsman Rahul Dravid is rumored to be returning home and could potentially be in line for the coaching role of his former team.
Rohit Sharma’s Disappointment
Captain Rohit Sharma was visibly disappointed after the series loss. Despite scoring 157 runs in three matches, including two half-centuries, his aggressive batting could not prevent India from defeat. He expressed confidence in his batting approach but acknowledged the need for better team performance.
Engagement and Celebrations
Another member of the Indian team is set to get married, and congratulations have begun pouring in after his engagement.