After Rohit Sharma, debates over the ODI captaincy in Indian cricket intensified. After Shreyas Iyer was left off the Asia Cup team announcement and Shubman Gill was named vice-captain, this argument became more heated. According to numerous reports, the board was considering Iyer as Rohit’s replacement.
The BCCI secretary provided a concise response
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia rejected these claims outright. He clearly said – “There is no such plan to my knowledge. Such news is completely wrong.”
Selectors’ opinions
Additionally, sources close to the selection committee reaffirmed that Iyer’s captaincy was not discussed. According to them, Gill is already the vice captain and has an ODI average of 59. He has just taken on the job of leading the Test team, and he has done it well. His future as an ODI skipper appears more promising in such a scenario.
Awaiting the trip to Australia
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are still included in the ODI lineup as of right now. In October, both are anticipated to return for the tour of Australia. However, only after discussing their physical and emotional health would the selection committee decide their future.
The World Cup challenge in 2027
The selection committee reportedly has concerns regarding Rohit’s consistency and fitness, questioning whether he would be able to make it to the 2027 World Cup. For this reason, Gill is seen as the most crucial choice for captaincy in the future.
Responsibility falls on Gill and Suryakumar.
Shubman Gill’s capacity to embrace a new aggressive style will determine his route to T20I captaincy. Suryakumar Yadav will captain the T20 team until the World Cup.
