Just days after announcing his departure from politics, Gautam Gambhir stressed the significance of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 as a platform for serious cricket.

Gautam Gambhir's passionate call for KKR fans

In a statement made on Star Sports, Gambhir clarified his stance on the IPL, asserting that for him, the tournament represents more than just glamour and entertainment. "I have made it very clear on Day 1 that IPL for me is serious Cricket. It's not about Bollywood, it's not about glamour, it's the toughest league in the world," Gautam Gambhir emphasized.

His return to the cricketing arena comes shortly after he requested the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to relieve him of his political duties, citing his cricket commitments. Despite speculation surrounding his exclusion from the BJP's list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in 2024, Gambhir remains focused on his passion for cricket.