NEW DELHI: Shubman Gill has been named the new ODI captain, replacing Rohit Sharma , in a major shake-up ahead of India’s upcoming Australia tour while Shreyas Iyer will serve as his deputy for the three-match series starting October 19. The Indian squad also features stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli , signaling a transitional approach where experience remains alongside fresh leadership. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Speaking on a special episode of Cricket Predicta, former cricketer and selector Madan Lal praised the move: “This is an excellent decision by the selectors. Making Gill captain is a forward-looking move. He will be prepared for the World Cup. Now it will be interesting to see how Rohit Sharma performs under Gill's leader
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