India’s Shubman Gill says he respects the selectors’ shock decision to drop him from the T20 World Cup squad, attributing it to destiny.
INDIA’S Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill has responded to his shock omission from the national T20 World Cup squad.
The 26-year-old batsman said he respected the selectors’ decision, calling it a matter of destiny.
Gill was dropped after scoring only 291 runs in his last 15 T20 internationals at an average of 24.25.
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“Firstly, it is my belief that in my life, I am where I am supposed to be,” Gill told reporters.
“Whatever is written in my destiny, I will have it.”
He added that while he always aims to win games for his team, he respects the selectors’ call and wishes the T20 team the best for the World Cup.
India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, are the defending champions for the tournament to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8.
Gill will now lead India in a three-match ODI series against New Zealand starting Sunday in Vadodara.
He highlighted the value of having veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the 50-over squad.
“Definitely when you have these two people in your team, it makes your life a lot easier,” said Gill.
He noted their vast experience in tough situations provides invaluable guidance for any captain.
Kohli, 37, and Rohit, 38, have been in prolific batting form in recent international and domestic matches.
Both retired from T20 internationals after India’s World Cup triumph in Barbados in 2024 and have also stepped away from Test cricket. – AFP
