The 2011 World Cup final still sparks debate on who deserves credit for India’s victory. Gautam Gambhir’s 97-run innings and MS Dhoni’s unbeaten 91 are etched in memory. Many believe Dhoni stole the limelight, while Gambhir’s contribution is often overlooked.
Gambhir recently spoke to ABP News about this. He was asked if he felt snubbed for not getting enough credit for India’s win. Gambhir said he doesn’t agree with this notion, and that people should ask themselves why they feel this way. He believes the public has given him love and recognition for his performance.
Playing for the Team
Gambhir said players don’t think about personal glory during such huge matches. They’re focused on winning. He believes critics who question his role in the win are the same people who didn’t give him due credit. Others, however, appreciated his efforts.
Gambhir pointed out that big matches are about being part of a winning team, not just personal scores. He noted that Sri Lanka’s Mahela Jayawardene scored a century in the final, but it’s often forgotten. If Sri Lanka had won, Jayawardene’s achievement would have been celebrated. Gambhir emphasized that players don’t play for personal credit, they play to be part of a champion team.