Gambhir Appears to Snub Oval Curator in Pre-Match Incident

A video circulating online appears to show Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir ignoring Oval pitch curator Lee Fortis during a pre-match interaction. This follows a recent heated exchange between Gambhir and Fortis regarding India's training session at the Oval.

The video shows Gambhir and Shubman Gill in discussion near the pitch when Fortis approaches. While Fortis speaks to Gill, Gambhir walks past the curator without acknowledging him. This incident adds another layer to the already tense atmosphere surrounding the final Test.

India currently trails England 2-1 in the series. The fifth Test at The Oval is crucial for India, who are aiming to level the series after a hard-fought draw in the previous match.