Sharing a photograph of their meeting on the social media platform X, Tharoor described Gambhir as a man entrusted with one of the toughest roles in the country, highlighting the immense scrutiny that comes with leading the Indian cricket team. He also called Gambhir his old friend.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIn Nagpur, I enjoyed a good and frank discussion with my old friend Gautam Gambhir, the man with the hardest job in India after the PM\u2019s!\u201d Tharoor wrote in his post.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The senior parliamentarian acknowledged the constant pressure faced by the former Indian opener, noting that Gambhir is subjected to relentless public judgment daily.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHe is being second-guessed by millions daily but stays calm and walks on undaunted,\u201d Tharoor said, praising Gambhir\u2019s calm attitude in handling the pressure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Tharoor also lauded Gambhir\u2019s leadership style, describing it as quietly determined and effective, and wished him success as India begins a crucial phase in their white-ball calendar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cA word of appreciation for his quiet determination and able leadership. Wishing him all success, starting today,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The five-match T20I series against New Zealand will be crucial for Team India\u2019s preparation ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026, which will start on February 7.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cA word of appreciation for his quiet determination and able leadership. Wishing him all success, starting today,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
New Zealand are coming into the match after winning their first ODI series in India, where they beat the hosts 2-1. Mitchell Santner\u2019s team will now hope to continue the momentum in the shortest format of the game.<\/p>\r\n\r\n