Sunil Gavaskar said he is extremely passionate about Indian cricket as he explained his criticism of Rishabh Pant's dismissal in the Melbourne Test.

Sunil Gavaskar criticized Rishabh Pant for attempting a risky shot out of ego in a crucial moment during a Test match, mentioning that Pant's approach was unnecessary given the situation. Gavaskar emphasized that Test cricket is challenging and highlighted the importance of playing smart.

Rishabh Pant getting out in an attempt to play a scoop shot from outside off to the leg side off Scott Boland on the third day of the Boxing Day Test.