Gautam Gambhir | Cricket, Age, Biography, Height, Net Worth.

Gautam Gambhir is a retired Indian cricketer who played as a top-order batsman for the Indian national cricket team. He was born on October 14, 1981, in Delhi, India. Gambhir began his cricketing journey at a young age, representing his school and local cricket clubs before making his debut for the Delhi cricket team in the 2000-01 season.

Gambhir made his international debut for India in 2003, playing in an ODI match against Bangladesh. He quickly established himself as a key member of the Indian cricket team, known for his aggressive and consistent performance with the bat. He was particularly successful in the shorter formats of the game, playing a crucial role in India's victory in the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 and the 2010 Asia Cup.

In 2008, Gambhir was appointed as the captain of the Indian team in the absence of the regular captain, and under his leadership, the team won several series. He was also a key player in India's 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup campaign, where he scored 97 runs in the final and played a crucial role in India's victory.

Gambhir was one of India's most successful openers, and he holds several records including most half-centuries by an Indian opener in Test cricket and most consecutive half-centuries by an Indian in ODIs.

Off the field, Gambhir is known for being a private individual and does not like to be in the spotlight. He married Natasha Jain in 2011 and they have two children.

Gambhir announced his retirement from all forms of cricket in December 2018. He was highly respected by his peers and the cricketing fraternity for his aggressive and competitive nature, his ability to perform under pressure and his leadership skills.

Gambhir's contribution to Indian cricket is immeasurable and he will always be remembered for his performances in some of the biggest cricketing moments in Indian cricket history, like the 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 Cricket World Cup. He is also known for his humility and sportsmanship, which makes him a role model for the young cricketers.