Revisit two-new-ball rule, it’s ‘unfair’ for spinners, Gambhir urges ICC

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir on Friday urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to review the two-new-ball rule in limited-overs formats, with the World Cup winner calling it “unfair” to the finger players. The ICC had implemented this particular rule in the ODIs in October 2011, which the legendary Sachin Tendular had called a “perfect recipe for disaster”. “One thing I would definitely change is the use of two new balls, especially white. cricket ball,” Gambhir said at the talk show “Rise to Leadership” organized by the Indian Chamber of Commerce here.

According to several experts, the requirement to use two new balls has put finger spinners at a disadvantage and reduced the chances of reverse swinging because it helps the ball retain its shine. “It’s very unfair to the spinners, who don’t play enough white-ball cricket because there’s nothing for them. It’s not right. “The ICC’s job is to ensure that everyone, whether finger spinner, fast bowler, wrist spinner or batter, gets an equal chance to showcase their talents,” said Gambhir, who recently mentored Kolkata Knight Riders during their title run. third IPL title Gambhir is also considered the favorite to become India’s next coach after Rahul Dravid’s departure after the ongoing T20 World Cup The former two-time IPL-winning skipper has asked. ICC to revise the rule. “To take away this opportunity from certain players is very unfair. Today, we hardly see any players playing white ball cricket. Why is it not their fault? CPI. “There is no more reverse swing thanks to the two new balls, and there is nothing for finger spinners or left-arm spinners.

“That is something I would like to change, and I hope it changes to create a balance between bat and ball,” Gambhir added.

Gambhir, who has played under different captains, refrained from naming the best skipper, but hailed MS Dhoni and said the best phase of his career was under him.

”It’s such a controversial issue. Honestly, I don’t want to make headlines, everyone had their strengths and weaknesses. I made my Test debut under Rahul Dravid and ODI under (Sourav) Ganguly.

“I had my best performance under Anil Kumble and I had my phase under MS Dhoni, and the longest I played was under MS. I really enjoyed playing with MS and the way he led the team. “team,” he said.

Gambhir also hailed Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan as the best team owner in the IPL.

“I had the privilege of working with the best owner in IPL.”

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