Gavaskar Hails Ishan Kishan's T20 WC Comeback; Harbhajan Backs Gill's Exclusion

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News18•20-12-2025, 19:21
Gavaskar Hails Ishan Kishan's T20 WC Comeback; Harbhajan Backs Gill's Exclusion
- •Legendary batsman Sunil Gavaskar praised Ishan Kishan's return to the T20 World Cup squad, citing his excellent form and leading Jharkhand to victory in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
- •Gavaskar expressed surprise at Shubman Gill's exclusion but noted his recent lack of T20 rhythm and natural game being more suited for Tests.
- •Former spinner Harbhajan Singh lauded the selection committee, giving them 10/10 for tough decisions like dropping Gill to achieve correct team balance.
- •Harbhajan justified Kishan and Rinku Singh's inclusion, highlighting the need for a power-hitter and wicketkeeper in the top order.
- •Harbhajan advised Shubman Gill to view his exclusion as motivation for a new beginning, acknowledging his class and potential.
Why It Matters: Experts Gavaskar and Harbhajan weigh in on T20 WC squad: Kishan's comeback hailed, Gill's exclusion debated.
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