Shubman Gill's T20 Woes: Is Classical Stance The Cause? Ex-Coach Dissects

• Shubman Gill's T20I performance has been modest despite a strong Test series, raising questions about his technique.
• His shift from an unorthodox to a more classical batting stance, beneficial for Tests, may be hindering his T20 game.
• A former NCA coach suggests Gill's earlier stance helped horizontal bat shots, while his current straighter bat path favors straight drives, making pull shots harder.
• Gill's T20I strike rate of 143 and 4 sixes in 13 matches this year contrast with Abhishek Sharma's 188.5 strike rate and 48 sixes in 18 matches.
• The article questions if his classical stance limits his range, especially for T20 power-hitting.

Why It Matters: Shubman Gill's T20 form is critical for India's upcoming World Cup performance.