Indian captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir experienced some challenges in their relationship during last month's tour of Australia. Rohit's struggles with his batting performance resulted in his absence from the fifth and final Test of the series in Sydney. This match was preceded by notable tensions within the dressing room, with various reports indicating that the rapport between the captain and the coach was strained.

India concluded the five-Test series with a 3-1 defeat, and several prominent players, including Rohit and renowned batsman Virat Kohli, have since participated in the Ranji Trophy, India's foremost red-ball competition. Rohit is set to rejoin the Indian team later on Thursday for the first ODI of the series against England in Nagpur. In anticipation of this match, a video has circulated widely on social media, depicting the captain and coach Gambhir appearing to have reconciled their differences.

The video, which captures both individuals entering the team hotel, shows them laughing and sharing light-hearted moments. Fans have widely shared this footage, suggesting that Rohit and Gambhir have restored their amicable relationship.

Watch:

The way Captain Rohit Sharma and coach Gautam Gambhir having fun after the Dinner last night at team hotel.❤️‍

Love to see them like that. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/eWA9As6wMn

— ⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) February 5, 2025

India enter the final stretch of their Champions Trophy preparations with the three-match ODI series against England, but all eyes will be on the form and fitness of their seasoned stars. With just weeks to go for the ICC event, finding the right balance in the squad remains crucial, particularly in key positions.

Skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, two of India's most esteemed white-ball cricketers, have faced considerable scrutiny following a challenging red-ball season.

Their highly anticipated appearances in the Ranji Trophy last month only heightened concerns, as neither player was able to make a notable impact. Nevertheless, One Day Internationals provide a familiar and comfortable environment for them, where they have historically excelled.

During the 2023 World Cup, both Rohit and Kohli served as the cornerstones of India's batting lineup, finishing as the tournament's top two run-scorers, amassing 765 and 597 runs, respectively. Despite their impressive performances, India stumbled in the final, allowing a flawless campaign to slip away at the final hurdle.

Since that time, their opportunities in the format have been limited, participating only in a three-match series against Sri Lanka, where Rohit achieved two half-centuries while Kohli struggled to find his form. With the Champions Trophy on the horizon, this series against England is not merely about refining strategies; it is crucial for ensuring that India's key match-winners regain their rhythm ahead of the high-stakes tournament.

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