Gautam Gambhir's match-winning 75 off 54 balls in the 2007 T20 World Cup final against Pakistan helped India secure their first T20 World title by 5 runs.
In the 2011 World Cup final, his crucial 97 runs against Sri Lanka stabilized India's innings after early wickets, setting the stage for MS Dhoni's historic finish.
During the 2009 Napier Test, Gambhir battled for 11 hours, scoring 137 off 436 balls to save the match and secure India's first Test series win in New Zealand in 41 years.
His partnership with Sehwag at Perth in 2008 helped break Australia's 16-match winning streak and restored Indian cricket's pride after the Monkeygate scandal.
In 2009, Gambhir reached his peak, scoring 1334 runs with 5 centuries at an average of 67.70, earning him the ICC Test Player of the Year award.
His composed batting in the 2012 Asia Cup against Pakistan, chasing 330, provided stability for Virat Kohli's memorable 183-run innings.
As KKR captain, he transformed the struggling franchise, leading them to two IPL titles in 2012 and 2014 with an impressive win percentage of 55.4%.
His leadership style blended discipline with motivation, helping players like Andre Russell and Sunil Narine reach their full potential.
Through his academy, Gambhir actively supports underprivileged cricketers and mentors young talents like Shubman Gill.
The Gambhir Foundation focuses on providing free education and meals to children from marginalized backgrounds, showcasing his commitment beyond cricket.