India, March 5 -- 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. Rahul, who started his career as an opener, has been batting at number 6 in the ODIs in recent times. The wicketkeeper batter, who is known for being the quintessential team man, has now comfortably eased up in the new role, which can be seen in the Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia. The 32-year-old took charge in the mega clash and shifted gears at the right moment during his unbeaten 42-run knockoff 34 balls as India won the match by 4 wickets. He finished off the match in style with a six.

Gambhir was asked about Rahul's demotion in the batting ...