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Kumble want India to Bat First in CT 2017 Final

By:  Tupaki Desk   |   23 Jun 2017 6:14 AM GMT
Kumble want India to Bat First in CT 2017 Final
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Indian Skipper Virat Kohli and former head coach Anil Kumble weren't on good terms with each other since the past 6 months. What went wrong? Have a look...

Rift since Australia Series:

The issue began between Kohli and Kumble in the Australia series. In the 4th Test Match, Kumble decided to bring Spinner Kuldeep Yadav into the Playing XI by replacing injured Kohli. Whereas, Kohli wasn't aware of Kuldeep's selection.

Dressing Room dominance:

While Kumble wanted Players to follow the rules set by him, Kohli didn't approve his working style.

Bat First after winning Toss in ICC Champions Trophy 2017 final:

Kumble suggested Kohli to bat first if he wins the Toss as Pakistan will be under immense pressure while chasing. However, Kohli chose to bowl first and ended up facing the defeat.

Treated like School Kids:

After the defeat in ICC Champions Trophy 2017 final, Kumble gave a slammed Team India cricketers in the dressing room. Players felt they were scolded like school kids instead of being treated like professionals.