Shubman Gill is more likely to be appointed as India’s ODI captain for the three-match collection towards Australia, whereas Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli may also be a part of the squad.
The choice assembly, which was held just about on Saturday morning, was attended by Gill, and the selectors, it’s learnt, have spoken to Rohit, explaining to him that they’re a younger captain within the lead-up to the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Nevertheless, opposite to hypothesis, each Rohit and Kohli will proceed being a part of the ODI crew for now. Their final worldwide look was in March throughout the Champions Trophy, which India received beneath Rohit’s captaincy.
Earlier this yr, Gill was appointed the Check captain after Rohit and Kohli retired from the format, and it’s learnt that going ahead, the selectors and the crew administration need to give Gill an extended rope as ODI captain too.
Printed on Oct 04, 2025