Shubman Gill a crucial member of Team India recently posted a photo with Rohit Sharma debunking rumors of discord between them. Various online sources claimed that Gill had stopped following Rohit on Instagram after his stint with the Indian squad in the USA. Gill part of the backup contingent of four players accompanying the team didnt make it to the primary 15-man squad.
As Men in Blue’s group stage campaign came to a conclusion this weekend, news emerged that the BCCI had asked Shubman Gill and Avesh Khan to return to India. Rinku Singh and Khaleel Ahmed will be available as traveling reserves in case the need arises.
In the midst of all this Shubman Gill took to his official Instagram handle and shared a couple of pictures in the company of Rohit Sharma to signify that all was harmonious between them. Highlighting the presence of Rohits daughter Samaira Sharma in the images added a warm touch. Gill captioned the post:
“Sammy and I learning the art of discipline from @rohitsharma45.”
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Chosen as India’s Openers for 2024 T20 World Cup Over Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill
The team management expressed confidence in the experienced campaigners by entrusting Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli with the opening responsibilities for the upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup. Consequently Yashasvi Jaiswal has been relegated to a backup role whereas Shubman Gill failed to secure a berth in the 15-man squad.
The combination is yet to ignite in the event, failing to score significantly against new ball in challenging batting conditions in New York. Rohit got a half-century in his debut encounter against Ireland but struggled in the next two. Kohli struggled in all three games, scoring one, four, and zero runs.
Former West Indies captain Brian Lara has lately encouraged the experienced combination to continue as openers for the remainder of the tournament. During an interview on Star Sports, Lara stated:
“Definitely, India had the option to play a left-right opening partnership. They went with two great players, two guys who’ve done a great job for India with the bat for their individual franchise as well in terms of the captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. I think they’ve got to stick with it as you just said if you do make changes on top, Virat Kohli has to come in the order a little bit lower and that’s going to upset things there.”
Brian Lara