Gambhir Accused: Gill Dropped from T20 WC Squad, Injury a 'Convenient Exit'?

• Head coach Gautam Gambhir is accused of overruling chief selector Ajit Agarkar to remove Shubman Gill from India's 2026 T20 World Cup squad.
• Reports suggest Gill's minor toe injury was used as a "convenient exit route" despite his willingness to play; the decision was made midweek.
• Gill was reportedly not informed by selectors, captain Suryakumar Yadav, or Gambhir until the morning of the official announcement.
• Gill's poor returns against South Africa (32 runs in 3 games) contributed to the decision, but a former selector points to Gambhir's strong influence.
• The move could create mistrust in the dressing room and strain Gill's relationship with Gambhir, potentially impacting team dynamics.

Why It Matters: Gautam Gambhir is accused of orchestrating Shubman Gill's T20 World Cup removal, using injury as an excuse.