Former India batsman Robin Uthappa has criticized 'Mr. Fix-It' amid reports of unrest in the dressing room during the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series. Robin Uthappa accused Mr. Fix-It of prioritizing personal ambitions over team unity during the A crucial transition for Indian cricket.
The Indian team trails 1-2 in the five-match series against Australia, heading into the final in Sydney. There were reports of disturbances in the locker room. Tensions reportedly started when Rohit missed the opening Test in Perth, with some players looking to lead the red-ball side.
According to an Indian Express report, several senior players are said to have discussed their ambitions to take on the role, particularly a senior member who introduces himself as 'Mr'. Fix it.” He is not convinced that young people are ready for leadership roles and is actively seeking interim leadership.
Mr. Fix-It is an absolute disappointment to man – Robin Uthappa
In a video shared on Instagram, Robin Uthappa called “Mr. 'Fix-It' is an absolute disappointment to a human being,” adding that it is shameful to push a personal agenda. He stressed that one should put the team first and do whatever is necessary to support it. During difficult times.
“Whoever Mr. Fix-it is, I think he is an absolute disappointment to a human being at this time. I think whoever that person is, he should be really ashamed of himself at a time when you need to keep the team together. I think he's an absolute disappointment to a human being at this time,” Uthappa said in a video he posted on Twitter. Instagram post: “Pushing forward with a personal agenda is absolutely pathetic in my opinion.”
“Don't put yourself ahead of your team no matter how bad things get. At that point in time, you're actually doubling down on your team. You're doubling down and saying I'll do whatever is needed at that time,” he added.
Whoever this person is, they should be named and shamed – Robin Uthappa
Robin Uthappa stated that regardless of his seniority, a person should be called for his actions. Stressing that the team's focus should be on unity, not on personal agendas, Uthappa insisted that such “childishness” must stop immediately, especially when the team is at a crucial stage.
“Whoever this person is, whether he is senior or not, it does not matter, he should be named and shamed. This has to stop. This level of childishness and personal agenda is being pushed forward at a time when the team needs more,” Uthappa added. “Loneliness has to stop.” “.
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