India, Feb. 4 -- Gautam Gambhir is someone who wears his heart on his sleeve, a trait that has remained synonymous with him since his playing days. Transitioning from a cricketer to politics to now serving as a head coach, Gambhir has donned several hats, and throughout these roles, the one thing that's stayed unmoved is his love for his nation. Having already led India to a Champions Trophy triumph and an Asia Cup title, Gambhir is up for the toughest assignment of his coaching tenure when India begin their T20 World Cup title defence.

However, the status of one of India's crucial league matches - against Pakistan on February 15 - is currently unknown. The Pakistan government has announced a boycott of the marquee fixture in solidarity ...