Gambhir's Shayari & Bhangra: CT 2025 Celebrations!

Following India's resounding victory at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, a surprising celebration unfolded, showcasing a lighter side of the typically stoic Gautam Gambhir.

Gambhir, Team India's head coach, known for his intense demeanor, led India to ICC glory in his first ICC event as coach. The tournament saw India defeat New Zealand by four wickets.

In a post-match interview, Gambhir, alongside former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu, engaged in some memorable banter.

Gambhir Recites Shayari!

Sidhu, known for his poetic commentary, initiated the exchange.

Here's how the conversation went:

• Sidhu: "Gauti bhai… See…"
• Gambhir: "Forget about me. You please recite your sher. Or shall I?"
• Sidhu: "Alright. Go ahead."
• Gambhir: "It's your sher."
• Gambhir: "Fann kuchalne ka hunar seekhiye janaab…"
• Sidhu: "Saanpo ke darr se jungle nahi chore jaate."

The Bhangra Surprise

Sidhu then playfully urged Gambhir to join in a bhangra celebration, but the coach initially resisted.

• Sidhu: "Please create one more piece of history today. It’s a request from me as an elder brother. Show us some bhangra."
• Gambhir: "Arre nahi, main chala jaunga" (No way, I’ll leave).

However, after some encouragement from Sidhu and Aakash Chopra, Gambhir gave in, joining in a bhangra step to the Punjabi track "Sauda Khara Khara." This moment, captured and shared by Star Sports, quickly went viral, showing a rare glimpse of Gambhir's playful side.

This victory and the subsequent celebrations highlight not only India's dominance in the tournament but also the camaraderie and lightheartedness that can exist within the team, even under the pressure of a high-stakes final. It also provides a better view on India’s journey to success.