'Har cheez se dikkat hai'- Fans furious with Gautam Gambhir's 'anybody can score runs in Chinnaswamy' remark for AB de Villiers

Gautam Gambhir AB de Villiers (Image source: Twitter)

Gautam Gambhir's recent criticism of AB de Villiers has caused a stir among cricket fans, particularly those who have followed the Indian T20 League since its inception. Gambhir, who is known for his blunt comments and opinions, has claimed that de Villiers' performances in the Indian T20 League have been overrated and that the South African batsman's success in the league is largely due to the home-ground advantage he enjoys at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Gambhir's comment is not only misguided, but it is also surprising given his own poor record at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The former Kolkata captain, who is now a commentator, played 11 games at the venue, scoring just 302 runs at an average of 30.02 and a strike rate of 126.36. In contrast, de Villiers has scored a whopping 1960 runs in 61 matches at Chinnaswamy, averaging 43.56 and boasting an incredible strike rate of 161.18.

De Villiers' performances in the Indian T20 League speak for themselves, and his impact on the league cannot be underestimated. He is widely regarded as one of the best T20 players of all time, and his performances for Bangalore have been nothing short of exceptional. His ability to win games single-handedly, often in impossible situations, has endeared him to fans across the globe, and his reputation as a fearless and innovative batsman has only grown with each passing season.

Gambhir's criticism of de Villiers is particularly harsh given the fact that he himself is a former Indian T20 League player and captain. His comments are reminiscent of the kind of trolling and negativity that has become all too common on social media, and it is disappointing to see someone of Gambhir's stature stoop to this level.

At the end of the day, the Indian T20 League is a fiercely competitive league, and players are judged on their performances on the field. De Villiers has proven time and again that he is one of the best in the business, and his record speaks for itself. While everyone is entitled to their opinion, it is important to respect the achievements of others and give credit where credit is due.