The spat between Gautam Gambhir and Kris Srikkanth on R Ashwin’s Youtube show — over the selection of Harshit Rana — poses a deeper question: Are top players and former greats chasing viral moments, to help boost TRPs rather than upholding the values of the sport?

xIn an era where cricketing legends double as digital influencers, the foundations of honest critique are fast eroding. The latest flashpoint? Gautam Gambhir’s fiery defence of young pacer Harshit Rana, after former India captain Kris Srikkanth and spinner R. Ashwin publicly questioned Rana’s selection, alleging favouritism and Gambhir’s undue influence.

But beneath the surface of this spat lies a deeper story: the transformation of cricket commentary into a ratings-driven spectacle, where ex-cricketers trade ethics for eyeball

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