VVS Laxman Picked Over Gambhir for South Africa Tour, Here's Why

Former India cricketer Gautam Gambhir has expressed his disappointment after being overlooked for the upcoming tour of South Africa in favor of VVS Laxman

The BCCI has picked Laxman as a batting consultant for the tour, a decision that has left Gambhir perplexed

Gambhir, who is currently the captain of the IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders, has been in good form this season, scoring over 400 runs in 14 matches.

The left-handed batsman was also part of the Indian team that won the 2011 World Cup and has a wealth of experience in international cricket.

However, the BCCI has decided to go with Laxman, who has not played international cricket since 2012.

Laxman, who is a highly respected figure in Indian cricket, has a wealth of experience as a batting coach, having worked with the Indian team in the past.

He was also the coach of the Sunrisers Hyderabad franchise in the IPL for two seasons.

The BCCI has not given any official reason for overlooking Gambhir for the South Africa tour.

However, it is believed that the selectors were impressed with Laxman's work with the Indian team in the past and his experience as a batting coach.

Gambhir has expressed his disappointment at being overlooked for the tour, but has said that he will continue to work hard and hope to be selected for the Indian team in the future.

The South Africa tour will be a tough challenge for the Indian team, who will be without the services of several key players, including Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

However, the team will be hoping to build on their recent success in Australia and win the series against South Africa.

Laxman's experience and expertise will be invaluable to the Indian team on the tour of South Africa.

He will be expected to help the team's batsmen prepare for the challenges of playing in South African conditions.

Laxman will also be expected to provide guidance and support to the team's young batsmen.

The South Africa tour will be a big test for Laxman as a batting coach.

However, his experience and expertise will be invaluable to the Indian team on the tour.