Shubman Gill has been appointed India’s new ODI captain, replacing Rohit Sharma, with Shreyas Iyer named his deputy for the upcoming Australia tour. This significant leadership change, praised by former selector Madan Lal, signals a strategic shift towards building a young core for the 2027 World Cup, even as experienced players like Rohit and Virat Kohli remain in the squad.‘Virat & Rohit unlikely for 2027 World Cup’: Ex-England cricketer backs Gill
Shubman Gill has been appointed India’s new ODI captain, replacing Rohit Sharma, with Shreyas Iyer named his deputy for the upcoming Australia tour. This significant leadership change, praised by former selector Madan Lal, signals a strategic shift towards building a young core for the 2027 World Cup, even as experienced players like Rohit and Virat Kohli remain in the squad.