Shubman Gill News

Washington Sundar shines with a three-wicket haul as India squared off against Australia for 119 to post a commanding victory of 48 runs in the fourth T20I in Carrara on Thursday.   

Shane Watson calls Shubman Gill “ridiculously talented” and backs him to adapt quickly across formats despite a lean run in Australia. The former Australian all-rounder praises Gill’s technique, mindset, and ability to make crucial adjustments in different conditions. Watson lauds Abhishek Sharma’s fearless and dynamic batting, calling him a “treat to watch” in the ongoing India vs Australia T20I series.

Gautam Gambhir was seen having an intense on-field discussion with Shubman Gill and Jitesh Sharma ahead of the crucial India vs Australia 4th T20I 2025 at Carrara Oval. Shubman Gill’s poor form continued with scores of 37*, 5, and 15, prompting Gambhir’s personal intervention during the training session. Jitesh Sharma impressed with a quickfire 22 off 13 balls in Hobart, earning praise from the head coach as India look to take the series lead against Australia.

India’s reign at the top of the ICC T20I rankings is under serious threat after their defeat to Australia in the second T20I at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on October 31, 2025. 

Gill’s struggle becomes even more prominent considering the presence of Yashasvi Jaiswal. Pathan’s remarks underline a growing selection challenge for the Indian team management.

Over the decades, only five Indian cricketing greats have achieved the No. 1 in ICC ODI Rankings. Rohit Sharma has recently joined the list with sheer dominance against Australia. Here are the 5 cricketers. 

Additionally, the Vijay Hazare Trophy India’s premier domestic one-day competition begins on December 24, 2025. With the 2027 ODI World Cup in mind, their form and fitness are under scrutiny, but their recent exploits indicate that their dreams of lifting another World Cup.

Shubman Gill secured his first ODI captaincy win as India defeated Australia by nine wickets in the series decider. Despite India losing the series 1-2, Rohit Sharma’s 121* and Virat Kohli’s 74* powered a dominant chase, while Gill joked about his continued toss misfortune.

Having already retired from Test and T20I formats, Rohit and Kohli are now fully focused on extending their careers in ODI cricket. India’s next assignment is a three-match ODI series against South Africa starting on November 30.

The Indian captain emphasized the need for a specialist bowling all-rounder who can make valuable lower-order contributions. Gill’s remarks come at a time when India’s team management has been exploring the right balance between batting depth and bowling potency.

Shubman Gill-led India will face Mitchell Marsh's Australia in the third and final ODI of the three match-series at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Saturday, October 25. India trail 0-2 in the three-match ODI series after defeats in Perth and Adelaide.  With the series already lost, India will look to avoid a whitewash and might make a couple of changes to try out different combinations or give chances to players who haven't played. Changes are expected to bolster the spin attack and pace options, with Kuldeep Yadav widely tipped to return after being benched in the first two games.   Here's India's predicted Playing XI for 3rd ODI against Australia: 

Explore Shubman Gill's journey as India's new ODI captain, succeeding Rohit Sharma, who won the 2025 Champions Trophy and 2024 T20 WC. Witness the heartbreak of India's 2025 Australia series loss, ending a 441-day unbeaten streak and a 17-year Adelaide ODI record. A 10-slide gallery captures Gill's rise, stats (2,794 ODI runs, 57 avg), and Rohit's ICC legacy.

Australia, opting to bowl first, found early success before Rohit and Shreyas Iyer steadied India’s innings with a crucial 118-run stand for the third wicket. The Indian skipper also addressed India’s struggles in the field, noting how dropped chances proved costly.

Rohit Sharma appeared “off” during optional nets at Adelaide Oval, raising questions about his form and future in India’s ODI playing XI. Head coach Gautam Gambhir and selector Ajit Agarkar held a lengthy discussion with Yashasvi Jaiswal, fueling speculation of a possible top-order change. With Shubman Gill appointed ODI captain, Rohit faces long-term competition from Jaiswal, hinting at a potential post-Rohit transition in Indian cricket.

Australia aim to secure the ODI series after dominating the rain-hit opener in Perth. India bank on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to bounce back in must-win Adelaide clash. Batting-friendly Adelaide Oval promises high scores with no rain forecast for match day.

The latest update from the International Cricket Council (ICC) official batting rankings reveals a striking image: India’s top four ODI batters have all suffered double-digit point losses. 

India’s captain, Shubman Gill, has found himself in a tight spot after a noticeable dip in the latest ICC batting rankings, putting his World No.1 position in jeopardy.

Captaining a national cricket team is among the greatest honours in the game, but it also brings immense pressure. A captain’s first outing is watched closely by millions, with every move dissected. While some leaders begin their tenure in style, a select few have endured the misfortune of faltering at the start - across all three formats. In the history of men's international cricket, only nine captains have experienced the unwanted "hat-trick" of losing their very first match as leader in Tests, One-Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). This rare and unfortunate list includes players from various nations, with Shubman Gill becoming the latest addition after India's loss in the first ODI against Australia on October 19, 2025, at Perth. Here's list of captains who have lost their first match in all three formats in men's international cricket:

Mohammad Kaif criticizes Shubman Gill for leaving Kuldeep Yadav out of India’s XI in Perth ODI. Kuldeep Yadav was India’s top wicket-taker in Asia Cup 2025 and recent Tests, making his omission controversial. Kaif draws parallels with Shane Warne, emphasizing the impact of wrist spinners on Australian pitches.

Suryakumar Yadav reportedly opposed Shubman Gill’s inclusion in India’s Asia Cup 2025 T20 squad, citing concerns over his orthodox batting style. Gautam Gambhir and the selection committee overruled Surya, emphasizing Gill’s consistency and long-term value as an all-format player. Shubman Gill returned as vice-captain, forging crucial partnerships while being groomed as India’s future captain across formats.