Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 07:48am on 22 Aug 2025,Friday Sports
The BCCI has clarified its stance on India’s ODI captaincy succession, denying reports that Shreyas Iyer is being considered to replace Rohit Sharma. Instead, Shubman Gill is emerging as the frontrunner for all-format leadership. Gill, currently vice-captain for the Asia Cup and recently appointed Test captain, boasts a strong ODI average of 59 and is seen as a long-term asset. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia dismissed claims about Iyer’s promotion, stating, “That’s news to me.” Officials also expressed doubts about Rohit Sharma’s fitness for the 2027 World Cup. Gill’s T20I future depends on adapting to India’s aggressive style, while Suryakumar Yadav leads until the next World Cup. (PC: The Cricket Lounge & News 18)
