New Delhi, Oct 5, 2025

Harbhajan Singh agreed with the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) decision to appoint Shubman Gill as India’s new ODI captain, describing it as a progressive move, considering the 2027 ODI World Cup in India.

The former India spinner, in an exclusive interview with IANS, shed light on Gill’s appointment as ODI captain, Rohit Sharma’s leadership qualities, the growth of Indian cricket, the emergence of top cricketers from his state association—Punjab, the Asia Cup trophy controversy, and his role in assisting flood-affected villages in Punjab.

He also shared his thoughts on Lalit Modi releasing an old video involving him and Sreesanth from 18 years ago, calling it an unnecessary move. Excerpts from an interview:

Q. Shubman Gill was appointed the ODI c

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