Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:24am on 25 Jun 2025,Wednesday Sports
Shubman Gill's first outing as India's Test captain was a rollercoaster. The right-hander scored a composed century at No. 4, showcasing solid technique and leadership by example. However, his field captaincy raised concerns. India dropped 4 catches and misfielded regularly, contributing to England’s 5-wicket win at Headingley. Gill was precise yet over-involved in field placements, sometimes micromanaging positions obsessively. His handling of bowlers like Shardul Thakur drew criticism. Head coach Gautam Gambhir defended Gill, saying, “He has what it takes… but needs time.” With tough overseas challenges ahead, Gill’s captaincy will remain under close scrutiny as a “work in progress.” (PC: BCCI)
