6 months, 1 week ago

Gambhir’s new era: Building relationships, results for Indian cricket

CHENNAI: The Indian men’s cricket team’s new head coach, Gautam Gambhir, is keen on forging strong relationships with players and steering Indian cricket in a new direction. As the Test series begins, Gambhir is keen to set a clear direction for Indian cricket. As he navigates his new role, Gambhir is focused on supporting young players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, who has struggled against pace, and ensuring the best possible XI is fielded. As Gambhir himself noted, "It is still early days," and the coming months, including the upcoming Tests at home and against New Zealand in Mumbai, will provide a clearer picture of his coaching tenure and the future direction of Indian cricket.

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5 days, 23 hours ago

Watch: Gautam Gambhir heads to France for family holiday after Champions Trophy win

India Today

Indian men's head coach Gautam Gambhir headed to France for a family trip with his wife Natasha and their two daughters, Aazeen and Anaiza. This holiday comes as a well-deserved break for the former Indian batter after a hectic international cricket, and he is set to enjoy quality time with his beloved family members in the scenic French countryside. Watch …

1 week, 5 days ago

Gambhir told to use his Champions Trophy trump card for England Tests in startling suggestion: 'It's a swollen nerve...'

Hindustan Times

After answering his critics with a Champions Trophy haul on Sunday in Dubai, India head coach Gautam Gambhir has his eyes set on the next nig assignment - Test tour of England - slated to begin in late June, which will mark the beginning of the new World Test Championship cycle. India's head coach Gautam Gambhir's next assignment will be …

2 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir 'in discussion with BCCI', to sacrifice free time for Indian cricket: 'He has expressed his desire to...'

Hindustan Times

Following India's Champions Trophy win, the players have scattered to join their respective IPL franchises. Since assuming the coaching role following India's T20 World Cup victory last year, Gambhir has faced challenges in maintaining the team's Test performance. Gautam Gambhir is eager to unearth the next generation of Indian cricketers To prevent a repeat of recent disappointments during India's upcoming …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Gautam Gambhir decodes India’s six-bowler strategy after Champions Trophy win: ‘Batters win you matches but bowlers…’

Live Mint

India's Champions Trophy 2025 squad drew huge eyebrows when the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee named five spinners for the tournament back in February. Almost a month later, the Men in Blue led by captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir, return home with the Champions Trophy held aloft for the record third time. While the first two matches against …

Viral Video: Gautam Gambhir dances, does Bhangra after Team India’s win in Champions Trophy 2025 – well, almost

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Viral Video: Gautam Gambhir dances, does Bhangra after Team India’s win in Champions Trophy 2025 – well, almost

Live Mint

Gautam Gambhir was in an unusually-happy mood after India defeated New Zealand by four wickets to win the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Sidhu hesitated, but Gambhir insisted, even starting the line himself: “Fann kuchalne ka hunar seekhiye janaab….” To which Sidhu replied, “Saanpo ke darr se jungle nahi chore jaate.” The couplets mean bravery lies in standing tall despite the …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Learn art of overcoming obstacles: Gautam Gambhir stuns Sidhu with poem

India Today

India coach Gautam Gambhir stunned Navjot Singh Sidhu with a few lines of a poem after India's Champions Trophy title triumph on Sunday, March 9. You can see the full video below: Champions Trophy Final: Scorecard | Highlights "Fann kuchalne ka hunar sikhiye janaab.saanpon ke darr se jungle nahi chore jaate " said Gambhir. You made India proud brother pic.twitter.com/TRnJKWh6Ii …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Champions Trophy victory proves why Gautam Gambhir is right man for white-ball job

India Today

India head coach Gautam Gambhir watched on as his team celebrated winning the Champions Trophy on Sunday, March 9. In fact, ahead of the knockouts of the Champions Trophy 2025, Gambhir called the critics of the Dubai pitch 'perpetual cribbers,' shutting down criticism about India's perceived advantage in the tournament. The clarity of thought with which Gambhir spoke to the …

2 weeks, 5 days ago

IND vs NZ: Virat Kohli's calmness gives Gautam Gambhir's India its ODI identity

India Today

In a time when the approach of a team dictated the identity that it had, the Indian cricket team fans were wondering what they would get with Gautam Gambhir in ODIs. Kohli allowing others to do their job When you look at the chases against Pakistan and Australia, it's easy to think that Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul were allowing …

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Gambhir Gambhir on 'fabulous' rapport with Rohit Sharma: He is a good human being

India Today

Head coach Gautam Gambhir said he shares a "fabulous relationship" with Indian men’s captain Rohit Sharma. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Gambhir and Rohit first worked together during the tour of Sri Lanka last year. Rohit and Gambhir also faced scrutiny for losing a home Test series 0-3 to New Zealand last year, but their run to the …

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Batting coach echoes Gautam Gambhir's stance, rejects Dubai advantage criticism

India Today

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has dismissed claims that India playing all their matches in Dubai gives them an undue advantage in the Champions Trophy. Kotak echoed head coach Gautam Gambhir's views on the much-debated issue in the lead-up to the highly anticipated final against New Zealand. Head coach Gautam Gambhir had rubbished claims of an unfair advantage, pointing out …

'Gambhir will know it's hollow victory...': South Africa media's vicious attack on head coach's 'cringeworthy arrogance'

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

'Gambhir will know it's hollow victory...': South Africa media's vicious attack on head coach's 'cringeworthy arrogance'

Hindustan Times

India head coach Gautam Gambhir's sharp retort at insinuations that his team has been handed an "undeniable advantage" of playing all their Champions Trophy matches in Dubai, has been labelled as "cringeworthy arrogance" in a brutal assessment by a South African media report. India's head coach Gautam Gambhir Due to geopolitical reasons, India did not travel to Pakistan for the …

3 weeks ago

India head coach Gambhir sets sight on Champions Trophy 2025 final: Hopefully we can play the perfect game

The Hindu

India head coach Gautam Gambhir termed his side’s four-wicket win over Australia in the semifinal as a ‘flawless’ performance. That was the plan because we know pitches in the second half can get a little slower.” “In the last game we batted first, and we thought it was very important to have wickets in hand at the 40-over mark. With …

3 weeks ago

Cricket-Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase

Hindustan Times

March 5 - India coach Gautam Gambhir said Virat Kohli's vast experience and knack of planning his innings to perfection are reasons he is so successful in one-day internationals, after the batsman led the team into the Champions Trophy final. Cricket-Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase Kohli scored a controlled 84 from 98 balls during India's successful pursuit …

3 weeks ago

Gambhir shuts down Team India critics, backs Rohit and dismisses 'Dubai advantage': 'Don't care what people say'

Firstpost

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir has come out strongly in support of Rohit Sharma and Team India, hitting back at critics who have questioned their performances, selection calls and batting order. In his typical aggressive manner, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir hit back at his critics after the Men in Blue stormed into the final of the Champions Trophy …

3 weeks ago

Champions Trophy: Gambhir terms India win over Australia in the semifinal as a ‘flawless’ performance

The Hindu

India head coach Gautam Gambhir termed his side’s four-wicket win over Australia in the semifinal as a ‘flawless’ performance. With his side just one win away from another ICC title, Gambhir hopes the team can play the perfect game in the summit clash. Praising skipper Rohit Sharma’s aggressive approach, Gambhir said, “If your captain bats with such a tempo, it …

Gambhir's cut-throat reasoning for KL Rahul's demotion in batting order: 'Should be thinking of picking yourself in XI…'

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3 weeks ago

Gambhir's cut-throat reasoning for KL Rahul's demotion in batting order: 'Should be thinking of picking yourself in XI…'

Hindustan Times

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir called cricket a team sport while explaining the management's decision to demote KL Rahul at number 6 in the batting line-up. Gambhir was asked about Rahul's demotion in the batting line-up during the post-match press conference, and he bluntly said more than numbers, it's the impact that matters for him. "You know in a …

3 weeks, 1 day ago

Gautam Gambhir lashes out at criticism of Virat Kohli against leg spin

India Today

India head coach Gautam Gambhir snapped at a journalist for saying that Virat Kohli has a weakness against leg spin. Kohli played another match-winning knock for India in the semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Following India’s win, Gambhir was asked how Virat Kohli conquered his weakness against leg spinners to pull off another incredible chase. He will be …

1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Fresh trouble in Indian camp as star cricketer reportedly slams Gambhir for leaving him out of XI

Firstpost

The concerned cricketer, whose name has not been mentioned in the report, is at loggerheads with head coach Gautam Gambhir for not considering him for the wicketkeeper-batter’s role despite his seniority in the Indian team. According to Times Now, an active Indian wicketkeeper-batter is frustrated with head coach Gautam Gambhir ahead of the Men in Blue’s Champions Trophy opener. However, …

1 month, 1 week ago

We are not actors: Ashwin slams superstar culture in Indian cricket

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: Stop treating Indian cricketers as demigods and "normalise things" going forward so that they remain grounded and relatable to common people, spin legend R Ashwin said while slamming the prevailing superstar culture in the team. Ashwin, India's most successful off-spinner with 765 international wickets across formats, said batting maestros such as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma scoring a …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Gambhir lauds Gill, emphasises importance of backing young players

The Hindu

India head coach Gautam Gambhir praised Shubman Gill and emphasised the need to back young players after the 25-year-old’s century laid the foundation for India to beat England by 142 runs in the third One-Day International in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. Imagine what can happen in the next couple of years if we keep backing him, and keep backing a lot …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Don't judge Shubman Gill after every innings: Gautam Gambhir

India Today

Young India batters should not be judged after every single innings that they play, India head coach Gautam Gambhir had a stern message for the media and the fans after India's ODI series win against England. Speaking in the press conference, Gambhir said that players like Shubman Gill had the ability to extend their ODI form in Test cricket but …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

No place for Siraj? Gautam Gambhir slammed for big call in Champions Trophy squad

India Today

Indian cricket fans were left annoyed after Mohammed Siraj was once again ignored by the selectors for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. India announced their final squad for the mega event on Tuesday, February 11 as they replaced injured fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah with youngster Harshit Rana, who recently made his ODI debut in the ongoing series against England. The …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘You are creating insecurity; it might come back and hurt you’: Zaheer Khan on Gautam Gambhir's ‘flexible’ approach

Hindustan Times

As things stand now, uncertainty is the only certainty in India's white-ball approach under head coach Gautam Gambhir. And that, sooner rather than later, might come back to hurt Team India in some way or another, feels Gambhir's former teammate and the highest wicket-taker of India in the 2011 ODI World Cup Zaheer Khan. India's captain Rohit Sharma speaks with …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir blasted for ‘undermining’ KL Rahul's confidence in ODIs vs ENG: ‘What they're doing with him is not fair’

Hindustan Times

Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth bashed head coach Gautam Gambhir for his treatment of KL Rahul in the ongoing ODI series against England. Srikkanth blasted Gambhir's decision to push Rahul down the order at number 6 to accommodate left-right combination which might backfire for them in a crucial match. Srikkant suggested that if Gambhir want to stick with Axar at …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Exclusive | 'Is the captaincy burden seeing Suryakumar Yadav sacrifice his own batting potential?', asks Mumbai cricket legend Milind Rege

Firstpost

If the comprehensive 4-1 series win against England in the recent T20I series proves something beyond any doubt, it’s that the shortest format of the game is currently Team India’s biggest strength. Former Mumbai captain and chief selector and cricket advisor to the Mumbai Cricket Association, Milind Rege, spoke exclusively to Firstpost about Surya, Gambhir, as well as other big …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir stresses Virat Kohli - Rohit Sharma’s ‘massive role’ for Champions Trophy 2025, downplays IND - PAK clash

Live Mint

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has stressed the importance of having veteran openers Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the squad for the Champions Trophy 2025, saying that they will add value not only to the dressing room but also to Indian cricket. Notably, Gambhir's statement comes days after both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma failed to deliver in their …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG: Gautam Gambhir wants 'aggressive' India in ODIs before Champions Trophy

India Today

Head coach Gautam Gambhir said that he wanted India to play an ‘aggressive brand’ of cricket in ODIs, carrying their momentum from T20Is. After dominating the shortest format of the game, Gambhir laid down the marker for the Indian team in ODIs before the Champions Trophy, scheduled to start on February 19. Gambhir, who was a part of India’s historic …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Dhoni doesn't like Gambhir. Gambhir doesn't like Dhoni. Even Kohli for that matter': India coach's controversy debunked

Hindustan Times

The world wants to know. Gautam Gambhir shares a lot of history with both MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli Well, it seems like we finally do. Truth behind Gautam Gambhir's tiff with Virat Kohli Plenty of water has flown under the bridge since. Gambhir is now India's head coach, and given the kind of visuals that emerge of him and …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir's love for 8 batters: Assistant coach Doeschate explains T20I strategy

India Today

India head coach Gautam Gambhir firmly believes in having at least eight batters in T20 cricket, a philosophy that remains central to his approach and is unlikely to change anytime soon, according to assistant coach, Ryan Ten Doeschate. India's strategy to maintain a left-right combination in their batting order during the third T20I against England has come under scrutiny. But …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Gautam Gambhir's coaching tactics questioned by former stars: 'India didn't get the batting order right'

Firstpost

Following India’s loss in the third T20I on Tuesday, former cricketers criticised head coach Gautam Gambhir and his selection strategy, attributing the defeat to poor tactics. India’s 26-run defeat to England in the third bilateral T20I on Tuesday has raised serious concerns about the team’s strategies, particularly with regards to their batting order and bowling selections. Several former cricketers have …

2 months ago

"He allows players to express themselves": Suryakumar Yadav on Gautam Gambhir's leadership

Hindustan Times

Kolkata, : Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav has credited Gautam Gambhir's leadership for fostering a positive and player-friendly atmosphere in the T20 team on Tuesday in Kolkata. "He allows players to express themselves": Suryakumar Yadav on Gautam Gambhir's leadership Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Suryakumar highlighted the former Indian opener's unique approach to mentoring and managing players. During the recently …

2 months ago

England tour of India: India vs England first Twenty20 international in Kolkata: Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav on Gautam Gambhir and the team

The Hindu

Captain Suryakumar Yadav thinks the Indian team is moving in the right direction under coach Gautam Gambhir. Remembering his days when he donned the Kolkata Knight Riders colours and played under Gambhir’s captaincy in the Indian Premier League, Suryakumar said, “I have played under Gauti bhai for four years. He knows what goes on in the minds of the players, …

2 months ago

IND vs ENG: India moving in right direction under Gambhir, feels Suryakumar Yadav

The Hindu

IND vs ENG, 1st T2OI: India aims for change in fortune against McCullum-charged England

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2 months ago

IND vs ENG, 1st T2OI: India aims for change in fortune against McCullum-charged England

The Hindu

With the change in colours of the ball and clothing, India, mostly with a different set of personnel, will be keen to live up to its World champion tag in the five-match T20I series against England, dubbed as ‘SKYball’ vs ‘Bazball,’ and redeem some pride following its Test series debacle in home and away against New Zealand and Australia respectively. …

2 months ago

Embattled Gambhir gets McCullum's support: 'Gautam is a really strong leader of men'

Firstpost

Under scrutiny for recent losses as India head coach, Gautam Gambhir has found an ally in Brendon McCullum. The former New Zealand captain and England head coach praised Gambhir, calling him ‘a really strong leader of men.’ McCullum highlighted Gambhir’s ability to inspire players and foster a sense of unity. Brendon McCullum, a former teammate of Gautam Gambhir, has “no …

‘Openers are fixed but…’: India vice-captain reveals Gautam Gambhir's ‘floaters’ plan in middle-order vs ENG in T20Is

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2 months ago

‘Openers are fixed but…’: India vice-captain reveals Gautam Gambhir's ‘floaters’ plan in middle-order vs ENG in T20Is

Hindustan Times

Team India vice-captain Axar Patel has revealed that the team management has decided to use a flexible middle order in the upcoming T20Is against England. Under Suryakumar Yadav’s leadership, the team has thrived, with emerging talents like Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy making significant strides alongside established players such as Sanju Samson, Rinku Singh and Hardik. Talking to reporters …

2 months ago

IND vs ENG: Gautam Gambhir is a strong leader of men, will get the best out of team: Brendon McCullum

The Hindu

England coach Brendon McCullum on Monday described his Indian counterpart Gautam Gambhir as a “strong leader of men”, backing him to achieve success with the national team in near future. Gambhir, who took over as India’s head coach across formats after India’s title-winning campaign in the T20 World Cup last year, has faced intense scrutiny after the team’s dismal outings …

2 months ago

‘Strong leader of…’: Gautam Gambhir's IPL record cited as under-fire head coach receives strong backing

Hindustan Times

Gautam Gambhir, India's head coach, is facing constant scrutiny after a string of underwhelming performances. India's coach, Gautam Gambhir, attends a practice session ahead of their first Twenty20 international cricket match against England. However, ahead of the five-match T20I series against England beginning January 22, Gambhir received high praise from the Three Lions' head coach, Brendon McCullum, as the latter …

2 months ago

Gambhir denied twice by BCCI: Is Indian cricket board cracking the whip against head coach?

Firstpost

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has reportedly faced rejection from the BCCI selectors on two of his key demands concerning squad selections for Champions Trophy 2025. Is BCCI trying to impose its influence on head coach Gautam Gambhir by denying his Team India squad demands? Image: PTI India head coach Gautam Gambhir reportedly had two of his key demands regarding …

2 months ago

Gautam Gambhir gets backing from England coach McCullum: He is a strong leader of men

India Today

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has found words of support from his rival Brendon McCullum ahead of the 1st India vs England T20I in Kolkata. Despite the torrid time, McCullum pointed out Gambhir's past records with Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants, where the former India cricketer was able to make a difference in the dressing room. While the …

2 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma says no differences with coach Gautam Gambhir: We trust each other

India Today

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma said that he shares a healthy equation with head coach Gautam Gambhir. Rohit and Gambhir have been working together since Rahul Dravid’s departure as head coach following the Men’s T20 World Cup heist in the West Indies and United States. Rohit put forth his opinion on Gambhir in the press conference on Saturday where India’s squads …

2 months, 1 week ago

BCCI's 10-point guideline for Team India: Focus on stronger team culture and other takeaways from landmark announcement

Firstpost

The BCCI went public with their new rules for members of the Indian cricket team as well as support staff after the fallout of India’s horror show in the Test series against New Zealand as well as the tour of Australia. The biggest takeaway from the BCCI's new rules was the focus on building a stronger team culture by cutting …

Gautam Gambhir behind Sitanshu Kotak's appointment, asked for batting coach during BCCI review meeting: Report

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2 months, 1 week ago

Gautam Gambhir behind Sitanshu Kotak's appointment, asked for batting coach during BCCI review meeting: Report

Hindustan Times

Sitanshu Kotak, on Thursday, was named India's new batting coach ahead of the impending limited-overs series at home against England and the Champions Trophy next month. The former Saurashtra stalwart will join head coach Gautam Gambhir's support staff starting January 18, ahead of the start of the five-match T20I series against England. Although BCCI has yet to make the official …

2 months, 1 week ago

Kevin Pietersen hints at coaching Indian cricket team after BGT loss, former England captain says ’I am available’

Live Mint

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has thrown his hat in the ring to become the new batting coach of the Indian cricket team after reports emerged that the BCCI is mulling options to add a new member to head coach Gautam Gambhir's backroom staff. Responding to one of the posts on X, Pietersen wrote, “I'm available.” According to a Cricbuzz …

2 months, 1 week ago

Kevin Pietersen puts his hand up as India's batting coach to help out struggling Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and others

Hindustan Times

Hours after reports that BCCI was considering adding an additional support staff member, preferably a batting coach, to India's support staff started appearing on Wednesday night and Thursday morning, former England captain Kevin Pietersen put his hand up for the role. It all started when Cricbuzz, on Wednesday night, reported that BCCI are considering adding a new member to head …

2 months, 1 week ago

BCCI considering expanding Gautam Gambhir-led Indian men's support staff: Report

Firstpost

In its review meeting in Mumbai on 11 January, which was attended by captain Rohit Sharma, head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar, the BCCI felt the need for an additional member of the support staff, possibly a batting coach. According to Cricbuzz, the BCCI is also contemplating adding to the men’s team’s coaching staff that is led …

2 months, 1 week ago

Yuvraj Singh backs under-fire coach Gautam Gambhir: He has just come in, needs time

India Today

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has voiced his support for head coach Gautam Gambhir, whose role has come under scrutiny following India's series loss in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. The Indian cricket board will reportedly reevaluate Gambhir's position based on India's performance in the upcoming Champions Trophy, amid concerns about unrest in the dressing room stemming from his efforts …

2 months, 1 week ago

'Coaches are not on field...': Kapil Dev's assessment of 'slightly temperamental' Gautam Gambhir's tenure

Hindustan Times

Things haven't been quite positive within the Indian camp since the beginning of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. By the end of the series, there were reports of tensions between coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma, with the latter opting to sit out of the final Test in Sydney. Kapil Dev spoke about Gautam Gambhir's tenure as head coach so far …

2 months, 1 week ago

Explained: How Gautam Gambhir is looking to end 'superstar culture' within Indian cricket team

Firstpost

Gautam Gambhir’s job as Team India head coach could reportedly be on the line, with the BCCI set to reevaluate his performance after the 2025 Champions Trophy. He is less than a year into his stint as head coach of the Indian cricket team, and yet Gautam Gambhir’s job is reportedly under threat. The BCCI recently reviewed India’s performance in …

Gautam Gambhir’s future as head coach in doubt? BCCI may reassess after Champions Trophy 2025: Report

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2 months, 1 week ago

Gautam Gambhir’s future as head coach in doubt? BCCI may reassess after Champions Trophy 2025: Report

Live Mint

Weeks after Team India's dismal Test performance and loss against New Zealand and Australia in the Border Gavaskar trophy, it appears that the job of India head coach Gautam Gambhir could be in danger. According to a report by news agency PTI, Gambhir's position as coach will be 'revaluated' based on India's performance in the ICC Champions Trophy beginning February …

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