Shubman Gill Embraces 'Destiny' After T20 World Cup Snub, Shifts Focus to ODI Captaincy
India's ODI captain Shubman Gill has responded with maturity and professionalism following his recent exclusion from the T20 World Cup 2026 squad. Despite having served as vice-captain in the preceding series, Gill maintained a composed front, stating that he accepts the selectors' decision and believes in destiny guiding his career path.
Addressing the media ahead of the ODI series against New Zealand, the 26-year-old emphasized his focus remains on winning games for the country, regardless of the format. This measured response comes after a period of underwhelming T20I performances led the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee to prioritize explosive profiles like Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson for the global tournament. Gill's immediate focus now shifts to leading the ODI side, marking the formal start of India's preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup cycle.
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“Firstly, it is my belief that in my life, I am where I am supposed to be. Whatever is written in my destiny, I will have it. As a player, I want to win games for my team, but having said that, I respect the selectors’ decision.”
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