WATCH: BCCI drops teaser of Virat Kohli-Gautam Gambhir blockbuster interview

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has ignited excitement among cricket fans with a teaser for an upcoming exclusive interview featuring former India captain Virat Kohli and current head coach Gautam Gambhir. 

The highly anticipated sit-down is set to air ahead of the two-match Test series against Bangladesh, starting in Chennai on Thursday.

The relationship between Kohli and Gambhir has been a topic of much discussion in the cricketing world, primarily due to their high-profile on-field clashes, including those seen during the IPL 2023. The appointment of Gambhir as Rahul Dravid’s successor had raised eyebrows, given the historical tensions between the two.

However, the BCCI’s social media post featuring a 100-second clip of the interview has taken the internet by storm, amassing over 15,000 views within just 30 minutes of its release. The teaser showcases a heartfelt moment between Kohli and Gambhir as they watch a video of their iconic 83-run partnership for the third wicket in the 2011 World Cup final. 

Gambhir fondly recalls Kohli’s remarkable 2014/15 series in Australia, drawing a comparison to his own memorable 137-run innings in Napier against New Zealand in 2009.

In a candid moment, Kohli addresses the past tensions with Gambhir, stating, "Here we are. We have come a long way and putting an end to all the masala." Gambhir’s response, filled with laughter, adds, "That's a good start to the conversation."

The BCCI's teaser aims to dispel concerns about their past differences, which had been a significant talking point among fans and experts. Gambhir, who succeeded Rahul Dravid as the Indian head coach, had previously addressed these concerns in his inaugural press conference, emphasizing that their relationship is one of "mature individuals" and not for public scrutiny.

On a related note, Gambhir recently praised Kohli’s iconic 183-run innings against Pakistan in the 2012 Asia Cup, calling it "probably the best ODI innings I've seen played by an Indian." Kohli’s ability to excel in run-chases has become his hallmark, with this innings being particularly notable due to the challenging opposition and high-pressure situation.