Ponting Shocked by Gill's T20 World Cup Snub, Cites India's Batting Depth

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News18•04-01-2026, 10:32
Ponting Shocked by Gill's T20 World Cup Snub, Cites India's Batting Depth
- •Ricky Ponting expressed surprise at Shubman Gill's exclusion from India's T20 World Cup squad, despite his recent dip in white-ball form.
- •Ponting highlighted Gill's snub as a testament to the immense batting depth within Indian cricket.
- •Gill's recent white-ball performance includes no fifties in 15 matches, with a top score of 47, leading to his omission.
- •The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee cited poor form and a below-par strike rate for leaving Gill out.
- •Public sentiment turned against Gill, especially given Sanju Samson's strong T20I performance while benched.
Why It Matters: Gill's T20 World Cup snub surprises Ponting, showcasing India's incredible batting depth.
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