Shubman Gill's Captaincy Questioned After ODI Series Loss to New Zealand

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Moneycontrol•21-01-2026, 13:48
Shubman Gill's Captaincy Questioned After ODI Series Loss to New Zealand
- •Shubman Gill's captaincy came under scrutiny after India's 1-2 ODI series loss to New Zealand.
- •Former India spinner R Ashwin highlighted the importance of experienced captains like Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni in utilizing resources effectively.
- •Ashwin criticized Gill's handling of bowlers, particularly Kuldeep Yadav, suggesting short, impactful spells were needed.
- •The middle overs were identified as crucial, with India failing to exert enough pressure on New Zealand's middle order.
- •Ashwin noted Gill appeared wary under pressure and lacked a clear backup plan when momentum shifted.
Why It Matters: Shubman Gill's captaincy faced criticism for resource management and decision-making during the ODI series loss.
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