BCCI Angry at Gambhir’s Trolling; Agarkar’s Rift With Rohit & Virat Exposed
There are murmurs in the Indian cricketing valleys of power that the Board Of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is getting increasingly edgy about the state-of-play between its senior pros and their handlers.
Gautam Gambhir, the present head coach, and Ajit Agarkar, the chief selector, are firmly at the heart of this upheaval. And yet, from the ODI team’s perspective, where recent reporting suggests things feel frosty, you would think that this polite professionalism has given way to something else altogether, as any hidden tensions have burst through the surface – namely between management and established icons like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
The unspoken cold war has become too loud to ignore, and the BCCI angry at Gambhir and thinking of calling an emergency meeting in the wake of some players confiding that there is a rift between Kohli and his deputy Rohit Sharma, claim a few sources inside the Board.”The BCCI’s call, actually. Do you think this kind of lobbying used to happen earlier? “So then what has changed now?” asks an official on condition of anonymity.
The timing is crucial with the T20I series against South Africa next month and the 2027 World Cup on the horizon. On various forums like Starexchange, rumors of “divided loyalties” and “management vs players” are louder than they have ever been. A lot of people believe that if this continues, there could be severe ramifications for team unity on the field.
What Triggered the Rift?
The apparent divide has several angles. India’s underachievement in Test cricket, as well as the fear that players are being lured into lucrative but largely soulless 20-over leagues like the Indian Premier League, is a growing cause for concern on one hand. India, despite playing at home, went on to lose five of their last seven Tests, and it has put tremendous pressure on the coach and selectors.
The scar of those defeats festers, fueling the animosity toward the front office decisions felt by many fans and critics. At the same time, in the absence of a public “review meeting.”
On the other hand, social media has functioned as an amplifier of discontent. Gambhir has been vilified verbally, frequently raw and occasionally personal. It’s not just vitriolic comments trolling the former cricketer; some Indian fans have also taken to social media and forums broadsiding Gambhir for breaking up the formidable Rohit and Virat partnership.
According to reports, the BCCI angry at Gambhir, and officials are deeply upset with the negative narrative, and there is a danger that this toxicity could creep beyond the playing arena.
The problems reportedly became more visible after the team’s ODI series in Australia. Since then, neither Rohit nor Gautam Gambhir had any significant interaction with the other, sources said.
Agarkar’s relationship with Rohit is equally reported to be anything but cordial. This silent treatment has only helped to stoke the barbecue that egos and power play have steadily taken over from camaraderie and teamwork in the dressing room.
What Does It Mean for Indian Cricket and 2027?
And if it is, then the internal strife this bodes does not augur well. The next cycle of international games, which will include the 2026 T20 World Cup and then the 2027 ODI World Cup, requires clarity, unity, and trust. In this background, team culture and harmony trump even individual excellence.
And that’s exactly why even rumors of a backstage feud are so harmful: they threaten to destabilize a team that ought to be growing toward long-term success.
For many supporters and insiders, this is no longer just about one series or one coach. It’s a battle for the soul of Indian cricket, its values, its culture, its spirit.
In fact, some are whispering about a complete overhaul by 2027, where senior stars might be phased out more brutally than before. And whether the team gets there intact depends heavily on how the next few months of management-player relations unfold.
Platforms like Starexch can help fans wade through the noise, gaining context rather than chaos and perspective rather than panic.
Conclusion
In short, the BCCI angry at Gambhir over his continuous trolling, and Indian cricket stands at the crossroads. With a 2026 IPL Auction on the horizon, a redefined national squad and a volatile head-coach–playing group relationship in danger of collapsing, the next few months could decide the destiny of this ensemble.
Whether fate’s mild turn becomes one of renewal or regret rides above all on whether trust can be mended, and whether the voices for unity rise louder than those injecting discord.
FAQ
1. Is there an official statement from the BCCI regarding Gambhir being trolled?
So far, the BCCI has not released a statement explicitly criticising these trolls. But insiders cited in recent reports say the board is troubled by the toxicity and may raise the issue at a forthcoming internal meeting
2. With India approaching a couple of very important contests this year, will the team waste its talent by rotting with internal turmoil?
Absolutely. Cricket is as much a game of esprit de corps, trust, and morale as it is of skill. A fractured locker room can impede people and performance in the crucible. Should relationships still not improve, it could have a significant impact on the T20 World Cup this year or future major events.
3. Has Gambhir reacted to the reports of rift and trolling?
Yes, Gambhir earlier in 2025 had rubbished reports (about an alleged falling out with Rohit Sharma), saying such rumours were “baseless” and products of social-media rumour mongering.
But the latest news indicates things might have gotten a little out of hand beyond some simple misunderstandings.
4. What can fans or the media do to help relieve the stress?
Responsible reporting, constructive analysis, and no sensationalism are key. Services such as Starexch, that encourage constructive feedback, could help direct the public conversation away from poisonous narratives and toward more informed understanding and balanced debate.”
