Published 10:58 IST, January 5th 2021

Gautam Gambhir reveals biggest motivation in life post retirement, fans laud ex-cricketer

Former Indian cricketer and politician Gautam Gambhir recently shared a photo of himself on Instagram and revealed his biggest motivation.

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Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir has been one of most influential figures in Indian cricket. southpaw was instrumental in India's triumphs at World T20 2007 and ICC Cricket World Cup 2011. After an illustrious career, Gambhir who retired from all forms of cricket in December 2018, is w into his second innings of sorts as a politician. former cricketer, who is a Member of Parliament from East Delhi, won Lok Sabha 2019 elections as a BJP candidate from his constituency by a big margin of 695, 109 votes despite being a first-time participant.

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Netizens laud Gautam Gambhir for relentlessly working for betterment of Delhi

Ever since  Gautam Gambhir retirement news disappointed many cricket fans, southpaw has been at forefront of Delhi's development. Recently, former Indian opener took to Instagram and revealed his biggest motivation. Gambhir shared a photo of himself and stated that people's belief in him is his biggest source of motivation. 

As soon as Gambhir uploed post, gans flooded comments section with ir responses. Several reactions poured in as netizens lauded Gambhir for his relentless work for Delhi's development. While some fans appreciated his humble nature, ors praised his leership qualities. Here's a look at a few reactions.

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Gautam Gambhir Jan Rasoi initiative

Gambhir is rewned for his generous nature and he has time and again proved it with his ble gestures. He has me it a habit of helping needy through Gautam Gambhir Foundation. Recently, Gambhir inaugurated a 'Jan Rasoi' canteen at Gandhi Nagar market in his constituency to feed needy at ₹1 per plate. While launching  Gambhir Jan Rasoi initiative, former cricketer said that five to six more such canteens will be opened in different parts of East Delhi. As per  Gambhir Jan Rasoi initiative, next 'Jan Rasoi' will be opened in Mayur Vihar district.

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Gautam Gambhir net worth

According to kreedon.com, Gautam Gambhir net worth figure stands at ₹145 crore. His income through cricket between 2017 and 2018 was ₹12.4 crore which includes IPL, international as well as domestic match fees. A major part of Gautam Gambhir net worth is formed by his income from being a cricketer and brand endorsements.

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Gambhir’s major sponsors included Reebok, Red Bull, Beverly Hills Polo Club and Hero Motocorp. Besides se, he endorsed several big brands during his playing days. Gambhir was appointed as brand ambassor of CricPlay, a fantasy gaming platform. southpaw was also anunced as brand ambassor of Pinnacle Speciality Vehicles (PSV) in January 2018.

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Disclaimer: above Gautam Gambhir net worth and Gautam Gambhir MP salary information is sourced from various websites and media reports. website does t guarantee a 100% accuracy of Gautam Gambhir net worth and Gautam Gambhir MP salary figures.

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10:58 IST, January 5th 2021