New Delhi, March 11 -- Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir dismissed criticism that Indian pitches are "tailored" to suit the home team, asserting that such claims are often made to create controversy and attract views.

Defending India's high-scoring performances during the recently concluded ICC Men's T20 World Cup, the Indian head coach said the team has posted similar totals in overseas conditions like Australia and South Africa, adding that in ICC events, the wickets are controlled by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and not the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

He emphasised that modern T20 cricket is largely a batter-friendly format and big scores are a global trend rather than a result of home advantage.

"I don't...