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Gill Eager to Learn from Legends Rohit and Kohli as New ODI Captain
19 Oct
Summary
- Shubman Gill recently appointed as India's ODI captain
- Gill admires Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, seeks their advice
- Gill describes captaining with Rohit and Kohli as a "big honour"
As of October 19th, 2025, Shubman Gill has recently been appointed as the new ODI captain of the Indian cricket team. The 25-year-old rising star has expressed his excitement and humility at the prospect of leading the team, stating that it is a "big honour" for him to captain alongside legends like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
Gill, who admired Rohit and Kohli while growing up, has emphasized that he will not shy away from seeking advice from the experienced duo. He acknowledges the "big shoes" he has to fill in carrying forward the legacy of past captains like MS Dhoni, Kohli, and Sharma. Gill has already had numerous conversations with Rohit and Kohli about the team's future direction and the kind of culture they want to cultivate within the Indian cricket team.
The young captain is eager to learn from the veteran players' experiences and learnings, which he believes will help the team progress. Gill's first test as the full-time ODI captain will come during the upcoming three-match series against Australia, which begins on October 19th in Perth. The series will be followed by five T20 internationals, providing Gill with an opportunity to establish his leadership and work closely with Rohit and Kohli.
