Gautam Gambhir Hugs Virat Kohli, Photo Garners Mix Reactions On Social Media

A photo of India head coach Gautam Gambhir and ace cricketer Virat Kohli has created a buzz on the social media platforms. Both stars, who have achieved a lot for the country, are popular for their heated arguments and on-field fights in past, hugged each other after India lost to Australia. The warm hug happened right before the post-match presentation, that brough smile on cricket fans' faces.

India suffered a 6-wicket defeat in the Sydney test, which also resulted in the team's elimination from the World Test Championship final race.

The viral photo was enough to tell spectators that everything is Ok in the Indian dressing room and between the coach and senior players. Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli's warm moment amid retirement speculations also made it clear that coach and team management will support star players even in their out of form days.

Social media users shared mixed reactions to Gambhir and Virat's photo.

Praising the both, a user said, "Unity matter most. Gautam Gambhir is a true legend and he knows the value of a legend. Although Virat Kohli failed to score runs, but still hunger is there inside him. Whole Indian batting flopped, so stop focusing on the great Virat Kohli only."

Another user said, "Emotional moment for the Indian team."

While some people said, that it might be stage setting for Virat' retirement. A user asked "Retirement Soon?" While another user said, "nothing would change now. The series is over."

Australia crushed team India to win the five-match series by 3-1 and claim the Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. As reward, Kangaroos also qualified for the World Test Championship final, where they will meet South Africa. The much-awaited WTC finals is slated for June 11 to 15 at the Lords.