"I hope IPL is not a shortcut...": KKR mentor Gautam Gambhir

Updated On: 20 May, 2024 10:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Gambhir played a crucial role in helping India win the ODI World Cup in 2011 and also led KKR to win two IPL titles in the years 2012 and 2014. In the IPL 2024, he returned to KRR as the team's mentor. Gautam Gambhir is known for his outspoken attitude and serious manner

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Gautam Gambhir (Pic: File Pic)

Kolkata Knight Riders mentor and former India player Gautam Gambhir loves the IPL and the quality of cricket it produces, but at the same time does not want it to become a shortcut to the national team for young players.

Speaking on Ravichandran Ashwin's YouTube show, 'Kutti Stories with Ash', Gambhir said, "The bigger concern that arises is about how many youngsters want to play Test cricket for India. I hope the IPL is not a shortcut to play for India."