As a 17-year-old stripling in 2000, Gautam Gambhir's attacking strokeplay at the top of the order for Delhi set tongues wagging in India, not least in the ranks of the opposition. Fast-bowler bullies have paid the price for mistaking Gambhir's slight build and shy demeanour for signs of meekness.

Career Statistics	Tests	ODIs
Matches	25	74
Runs scored	2271	2537
Batting Average	54.07	38.43
100s	6	6
50s	10	15
Top score	206	150
Balls Bowled	-	6
Wickets	-	0
Bowling average	-	-
5 wickets in innings	-	0
10 wickets in innings	-	n/a
Best bowling	-	0/13
Catches	23	23
Stumping	-	-