Cricketers reimagined as Sholay characters: Who would get which role?

Sholay is one of the most iconic and special films made in Indian cinema. It released in 1975 and brought a massive change in the landscape of Bollywood movies. It is a movie that is loved by people of all generations. Directed by Ramesh Sippy, Sholay is a story of friendship, loyalty, and the good reigning supreme over the bad in the small fictional village of Ramgarh.

Similarities between the iconic characters in the film and some of the legendary players of Indian cricket are intriguing. On this note, let's relate some of the characters of Sholay to Indian cricketers of past and present, and see which role suits a cricketer the best

Let's look at the Cricketers reimagined as Baahubali characters:

Gabbar Singh - Gautam Gambhir

Gabbar Singh is considered one of the most powerful villains in the history of Indian cinema. While he was a fierce evil, his character became immensely popular among the masses. Some of his dialogues are still used among friends and families. Gautam Gambhir also holds a powerful spot in Indian cricket as he is the head coach of the national team. Their intimidating presence and no-nonsense demeanour are quite similar. Both of them wear their hearts of their sleeves and don't endorse mediocrity.