Phil Salt Credits Gambhir for IPL Success

England opener Phil Salt has praised Indian coach Gautam Gambhir for his instrumental mentorship during Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) 2024 IPL title-winning campaign. Salt highlighted Gambhir's competitive nature and clear communication, which were key to his success in the challenging subcontinental conditions. Gambhir advised Salt to focus on scoring runs between overs ten and twenty, a strategy that significantly boosted his performance. Salt amassed 435 runs in 12 matches with an impressive average of 39.55 and a strike rate of 182.01. Despite leaving before the playoffs for England's T20I series, Salt's contributions were pivotal. Salt lauded Gambhir as a relentless competitor who always seeks to improve individual and team performance.