A biography for Gautam Gambhirhasn’t been written yet.
“I am an intense person on the field. I always want to win, as it matters to me a lot. That's why I never like to lose the focus or intensity.”
“I have been brought up watching the 'Rocky' series and 'First Blood' series. I am obviously a big fan of Sylvester Stallone.”
“Irrespective of whether Anil Kumble is the coach or Ravi Shastri, what's more important is that India wins.”
“Sport doesn't work on knee-jerk reactions.”
“There is no point in winning contests if you can't leave mental scars on the minds of the opposition teams.”
“I think that a leader is someone that needs to make an impact on, off the cricket field and in their lives as well.”
“I would never go to a cinema hall to watch a biopic on a cricketer. I am not a big fan of people making biopics on sportsmen, especially cricketers. I think there are far bigger people who have done much more for the country, and films should be made on them.”
“I am very passionate about Indian hockey.”
“I am talking as an Indian and not as as a cricketer. I believe we should not have any ties or relationship with Pakistan. For me, it is very important to protect our people.”
“When you feel comfortable about your game, you are in a happy space, feel at peace with yourself.”
“One thing I realised was that everyone is different. You can't compare two human beings.”
“According to me, there couldn't be a better choice for India's coach than Anil Kumble.”
“As a leader, you want your team to play as you are.”
“I've played my whole life for Delhi; I know what is good or bad for Delhi cricket.”
“Sometimes in a team game, the entire spotlight is on one man.”
“India should not have any ties with Pakistan, be it Bollywood or cricket. I am shocked that Bollywood is saying that cricket and movies should be kept ahead of national sentiments.”
“IPL is good for limelight and making money.”
“I am very insecure because that's how I have played cricket. Since Under-14, I was told, 'If you don't perform, you will be dropped.' I have started living with this system.”
“I like finishing the games by dominating the opposition.”
“I believe in backing players and helping them out with their game.”