‘They give him the T20I captaincy…’: Former England cricketer’s SURPRISING verdicts on Shubman Gill

Former England spinner Monty Panesar has praised India’s decision to appoint Shubman Gill as the new ODI captain, calling it a “masterstroke.” Panesar described the 26-year-old as a “natural leader” who flourishes when given responsibility. On Saturday.

Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar confirmed that he had personally informed Rohit Sharma about the decision to relieve him of the ODI captaincy. Gill was named as Rohit’s successor, with his first assignment being the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, starting on October 19.

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Ajit Agarkar’s announcement of Shubman Gill as the new ODI captain surprised many, sparking mixed reactions from fans and former cricketers. Monty Panesar, however, supported the move, saying that the added leadership responsibility could bring out the best in Gill and help him deliver his finest performance in an ODI series yet.

“Well, I think it is a great decision because I think he has done really well. Making him captain while Rohit Sharma is there, he can help him and guide him during the series. It is a really good move. We have seen he is a natural leader that we have seen in England,” Panesar told ANI.

“When you give him responsibility, you see the best of Shubman Gill. I think we will see the best of him in the ODI series. I wouldn’t be surprised that they give him the T20I captaincy because I think he is a type of player who does well when you give him responsibility,” the former England spinner concluded.