Gautam Gambhir reignites KKR vs RCB battle by accusing Virat Kohli of not backing players

Still in search of ir maiden Indian Premier League Trophy, Royal Challengers Bangalore franchise has taken a few tough calls ahe of upcoming IPL 2021 auction. ir move of releasing as many as 10 players from squ has t got down too well with former Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir. cricketer-turned-politician also went on to criticize Virat Kohli for his approach. 

IPL 2021 auction: Gautam Gambhir questions Virat Kohli's tactics ahe of IPL 2021 auction 

forthcoming IPL auctions are of utmost importance for all franchises as y look to strengn ir line-ups for 14th edition of cash-rich league. While many teams have avoided mass releases, Royal Challengers Bangalore have parted ways with 10 players. Virat Kohli-led side enjoyed a dominant run during first half of league last year, however, y failed to capitalize on momentum towards business end of tournament and ultimately failed to qualify for final.

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Kolkata Knight Riders also h an underwhelming season. In spite of ir ordinary outing, think tank has decided to retain most of ir core players, including ex-captain Dinesh Karthik. wicketkeeper-batsman h a dismal run in league at UAE and also h to relinquish his captaincy mid-season. Speaking on development, Gautam Gambhir on Star Sports' Cricket Connect program mentioned how this move will do wonders for player's confidence. 

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According to Gautam Gambhir, KKR's decision of persisting with Dinesh Karthik irrespective of his dismal run last year is a step taking in right direction. southpaw reckoned that this is what separates  KKR team from RCB. Gambhir, who h an exceptional run as leer of Kolkata-based franchise, went on to suggest that Bangalore does t back players and inste decides to release m after a failed season. 

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RCB list of released players 2021

Royal Challengers Bangalore often boasts of a star-studded line-up year after year. However, ir championship cabinet still remains empty. In an attempt to change ir fortunes, franchise will aim to attain services of potent players in upcoming auction. Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Aaron Finch, Chris Morris, Pawan Negi, Parthiv Patel (retired), Dale Steyn (unavailable), Isuru Udana, and Umesh Yav are players who have been released by franchise. Moreover, y have also tred in Harshal Patel and Daniel Sams from Delhi Capitals team. 

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Im source: PTI