The dramatic collapse at Eden Gardens has triggered one of the biggest cricket debates of the year, with Gautam Gambhir and Sunil Gavaskar at the heart of the storm. India’s shocking 30-run defeat against South Africa in the first Test has not only exposed technical flaws but also reopened the long-standing conversation around India’s pitch preparation philosophy. As criticism mounted, Gavaskar issued a stern, headline-grabbing warning to the head coach: “Leave pitch curators alone.”

Gavaskar Pulls No Punches: ‘Let the Curator Do His Job’

After the Kolkata Test ended in just 2.5 days, Gavaskar’s remarks carried the weight of experience and urgency. Speaking to India Today, the batting legend highlighted a crucial point: even IPL franchises are not allowed to influence pitch curators, rei

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