Shubman Gill has spilled the beans on working under newly appointed coach Gautam Gambhir

In a recent press conference, Shubman GillIndia’s new vice-captain for ODI and T20I formats, shared his credentials Gautam GambhirMethod of teaching. With India tour of Sri Lanka 2024 on the horizon, Gill’s comments shed light on the changing dynamics in the team and the strategic vision shaping its upcoming games.

Shubman Gill on playing under new coach Gautam Gambhir

Gill, who is preparing for the series against Sri Lanka, expressed his excitement about working under Gambhir’s guidance. Reflecting on their first collaboration, Gill commented, “We have had just two practice sessions with Gautam Gambhir so far. This is my first experience working with him, but his communication was extremely clear from the start. He has a good understanding of what he expects from each player and has a strategic vision to use our strengths.“

Gill to Suryakumar Yadav and Gambhir’s common sense

The vice-captain also touched upon the partnership of the new T20I captain, Suryakumar Yadav, and Gambhir also spoke of their common sense. He said, “There is a strong alignment in thinking and mind of Suryakumar Yadav and Gautam Gambhir. Having played under Surya bhai in South Africa, I can attest to their similar approach and understanding of the game. This combination will definitely reflect our performance on the field.“

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Gill was the leading batsman in the recent T20I series against Zimbabwe

Gill’s recent form further underlines his growth in Indian cricket. He was the captain of the Indian team when they played a five-match T20 series Zimbabwe, who emerged as the highest run scorer with 170 runs in the entire series. His incredible leadership and striking ability have cemented his position as one of the most promising talents in the sport.

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