Archive · 10 Jan 2026
Gill Leads India in ODIs, Discusses T20 Snub
Shubman Gill, who is the captain of India's ODI and Test teams, talked to reporters before a big cricket series against New Zealand.
He said he is okay with not being picked for the T20 World Cup team and trusts that everything happens for a reason.
Gill also said that having experienced players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the team makes his job as captain easier.
He shared that he suggested to the cricket board that the team should have more time to practice before important matches.
Gill is excited to lead the team in the upcoming ODI series and hopes they do well.
He also talked about how frustrating it was to be injured and miss games.
Overall, Gill is focused on doing his best and helping the team succeed.
Shubman Gill leads India in the ODI series against New Zealand starting January 11, 2026.
Gill respects the selectors' decision to exclude him from the T20 World Cup squad and trusts in his destiny.
He emphasizes the value of having experienced players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the team.
Gill suggested to the BCCI that more preparation time is needed before Test series, especially after long tours.
He expressed frustration about being injured and missing games but remains focused on the present.
- Who
- Shubman Gill, India's ODI and Test captain
- What
- Gill discusses his exclusion from the T20 World Cup squad and leads India in the ODI series against New Zealand
- When
- January 10, 2026 (press conference), series starts January 11, 2026
- Where
- Vadodara, India
- Why
- To prepare for the ODI series against New Zealand and address his exclusion from the T20 World Cup squad
Shubman Gill's Perspective
Selectors' Decision
T20 World Cup Exclusion
Shubman Gill's Perspective
Gill respects the selectors' decision and believes he is where he needs to be, trusting in his destiny.
Selectors' Decision
The selectors chose to omit Gill from the T20 World Cup squad, opting for Axar Patel as vice-captain under Suryakumar Yadav.
- Shubman Gill's Role
- India's ODI and Test captain
- Series Against New Zealand
- Three-match ODI series starting January 11, 2026
- Venue
- BCA Stadium, Vadodara
- Gill's T20I Stats
- 36 matches, 869 runs, average 28.03, strike rate 138.59
- Gill's Injury
- Neck injury sustained during the Test series against South Africa
- Gill's Suggestion to BCCI
- More preparation time before Test series
- Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's ODI Stats
- Rohit: 146 runs vs South Africa; Virat: 302 runs vs South Africa
Sources
Aakash Chopra says no to Shubman Gill's re-entry after Tilak Varma's injury, backs Shreyas Iyer: 'He fits the bill'
Not Shubman Gill! 30-Year-Old Superstar Named First Choice To Replace Injured Tilak Varma In India T20I Squad
Viral VIDEO: Fan's Dog Attacks Shreyas Iyer At Airport Ahead Of IND Vs NZ ODI Series; Saved By Quick Reflexes
If Tilak Is Out Of T20 WC, Who Will Make Cut?
'Lights, Camera, Greatness': BCCI Shares Glimpses Of Rohit Sharma And Virat Kohli Going Throught The Grind For IND vs NZ 1st ODI
Shubman Gill Accepts Making This Huge Suggestion To BCCI: 'I Was Very Keen...'
Shubman Gill breaks silence on getting omitted from T20 World Cup squad: ‘I am where I have to be’
Rohit, Kohli make India captaincy easier, says Shubman Gill ahead of New Zealand ODIs - Telegraph India
