Harbhajan Singh Backs Shubman Gill for T20I Comeback, Highlights Test Captaincy Role
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has received strong backing from former India spinner Harbhajan Singh following his exclusion from the national T20I squad ahead of the New Zealand series and the 2026 T20 World Cup. Harbhajan dismissed the notion that the snub was a definitive signal, attributing the decision instead to the intense competition and team combination requirements.
The veteran cricketer emphasized that Gill possesses a "beautiful technique" and is destined to make a brilliant comeback to the shortest format. Crucially, Harbhajan reminded fans and critics that the 26-year-old continues to hold the captaincy reins for India in both Test and ODI formats, underscoring the selectors' long-term faith in his abilities and potential across all formats of the game.
“This is not the end of the road for him. He is a great player with beautiful technique. I believe he will make a brilliant comeback, and we should not forget that he is still the Test captain.”
Harbhajan Singh, Former India Cricketer
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IPL 2025 Opening Run Leaders | Position Analysis
Best run at Opening position in IPL 2025
| Rank | Player | Team | runs |
|---|---|---|---|
#1 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 5009 runs | |
#2 | Delhi Capitals | 4418 runs | |
#3 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 3685 runs | |
| #4 | Gujarat Titans | 3603 runs | |
| #5 | Mumbai Indians | 3309 runs |
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“This is not the end of the road for him. He is a great player with beautiful technique. I believe he will make a brilliant comeback, and we should not forget that he is still the Test captain.”
Harbhajan Singh, Former India Cricketer
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