Thu Jan 23 13:38:54 UTC 2025: ## Former Indian Cricketer Manoj Tiwary Details Years of Bitter Feuds with Gautam Gambhir
**Kolkata, India** – Former Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary has launched a scathing attack on Gautam Gambhir, currently the head coach of the Indian cricket team, detailing a long history of animosity between the two. In a recent interview with Lallantop, Tiwary recounted numerous incidents of verbal abuse and threats from Gambhir dating back to their time together at the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and during a Ranji Trophy match.
Tiwary alleges that Gambhir consistently targeted him, citing jealousy over media attention and Tiwary’s consistent performance. He claims Gambhir’s anger stemmed from the positive media coverage Tiwary received as a promising young player, stating that a better PR team could have made him India’s captain.
The accusations include a heated argument at Eden Gardens where Gambhir threatened to never play Tiwary, an incident diffused only by the intervention of then-KKR bowling coach Wasim Akram. Tiwary also described a volatile encounter during the 2015 Ranji Trophy match, where Gambhir allegedly hurled abusive language and threatened physical violence, prompting Tiwary to challenge him to an immediate fight. Further incidents at KKR involved public berating and demotion in the batting order despite strong performances, including a 129-run innings against Australia, while Gambhir only scored 110.
Tiwary’s revelations paint a picture of a sustained and deeply personal conflict, highlighting a turbulent relationship that extended beyond the cricket field. The accusations come at a time when Gambhir holds a significant position in Indian cricket, adding a layer of complexity to the situation. Gambhir is yet to respond publicly to these accusations.
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