Gill Dropped: India Unveils 2026 T20 World Cup Squad, New Openers Emerge!

• Shubman Gill surprisingly excluded from India's 2026 T20 World Cup squad despite being a top-tier player.
• Reports suggest Coach Gambhir and Captain Suryakumar Yadav did not support Gill's inclusion; chief selector Agarkar cited 'team combination'.
• Gill faced recent injury issues (neck, ankle) and lost his vice-captaincy, raising questions about his exclusion.
• Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson are potential openers in the probable playing XI for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
• India's announced 2026 T20 World Cup squad includes Suryakumar Yadav (C), Axar Patel (VC), Ishan Kishan, Sanju Samson, Rinku Singh, and Jasprit Bumrah.

Why It Matters: Gill's exclusion and a new-look squad signal a strategic shift for India's 2026 T20 World Cup campaign.