The decision to name Shubman Gill as the successor to Rohit Sharma, who recently announced retirement from Test, didn't sit well with few experts, including Virender Sehwag and Manoj Tiwary.
Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar noted that the 25-year-old will face significant pressure as he steps into this major leadership role.
Kiran More expressed his disapproval of Shubman Gill as the replacement for Rohit Sharma as India's next Test captain, arguing that it would place undue pressure on the young player.
The question is, does Shubman Gill have the credentials to lead India in Tests?
Shubman Gill, 25, has impressed as captain of Gujarat Titans in the IPL, leading them to the top of the table this year.
Ravi Shastri asked the critics to examine their own international record before questioning Shubman Gill's level of skill.
Ravi Shastri shifted the focus to younger leaders who have longer careers ahead of them, emphasizing Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant as the best long-term choices.
Selectors allegedly questioned whether Jasprit Bumrah should be given the additional duty after the bowler missed the Champions Trophy and the beginning of the IPL 2025 due to his three-month absence.
Rishabh Pant has also been considered as a potential captain but his current form and unimpressive leadership with the Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025 are working against him from getting promoted.
As of now, Virat Kohli has not made any official announcement and it is believed that he will be requested to compete in the upcoming five Test series in England.
As Gujarat Titans push for a second IPL title, Shubman Gill’s contribution with both bat and leadership will be the key factor.
Despite a stellar show, Shubman Gill experienced moments of frustration both while batting and fielding.
Not only Gill, but Gujarat's backroom crew, including former India spinner Ashish Kapoor, also showed signs of dissatisfaction.
Shubman Gill dismissed ongoing dating rumours with Sara Tendulkar, Sara Ali Khan, and Avneet Kaur, calling them “so ridiculous.” In a recent interview, he clarified he’s been single for over three years.
Shubman Gill is currently leading the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, captaining the side for the second consecutive year.
The significance and feelings surrounding GT's away game against the Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata were so intense that Shubman Gill didn't hold back.
Ashwin was talking to popular cricket journalist Vimal Kumar on his show ‘Ash ki Baat’ and the two were discussing the upcoming season of Indian Premier League.
GT Team IPL 2025: The Gujarat Titans lack a reliable player who can close games on a regular basis, while having a strong top order.
Shubman Gill took home the award, beating competition from Australia's Steve Smith and New Zealand's Glenn Phillips.
Rohit Sharma smashed 76 from just 83 deliveries, helping India secure a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final of ICC Champions Trophy.
Rank | Team | Points | Rating |
---|---|---|---|
1 | Australia | 3732 | 124 |
2 | South Africa | 2873 | 115 |
3 | England | 4469 | 112 |
4 | India | 3515 | 107 |
5 | New Zealand | 2409 | 96 |
6 | Sri Lanka | 2364 | 88 |
7 | Pakistan | 1705 | 78 |
8 | West Indies | 1865 | 72 |
9 | Bangladesh | 1648 | 61 |
10 | Ireland | 152 | 30 |
11 | Afghanistan | 104 | 21 |
12 | Zimbabwe | 137 | 8 |