The latest Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 led to heated debates, especially on the performance of Indian cricketers Shubman Gill. Once hailed as the next big thing in Indian cricket, Gill’s recent performances have raised eyebrows with critics questioning his place in the team. The former Indian cricketer also made his stand clear, labeling Gill as “overrated” and slamming the selection committee for overlooking other deserving talents.
Shubman Gill’s disappointing performance in Australia
Gill’s batting was not impressive during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He managed to score 31, 28, 1, 20 and 13 in five innings, a stark contrast to the expectations set for a player of his calibre. Although the focus is more on veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit SharmaGill’s inability to contribute significantly did not go unnoticed. His under-30 overseas highlights a worrying trend for a player who was once seen as a potential match-winner.
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Legend supports the call for change
Krishnamachari Srikkanthcomments on his YouTube channel ignited discussions about favoritism within the selection committee. He noted that the players like Gill, who continues to get opportunities despite his poor performances Suryakumar Yadav, Ruturaj Gaikwadand Sai Sudharsan despite his impressive record in domestic cricket, he was overlooked. Srikkanth emphasized that new talent should be promoted rather than sticking with players who fail to perform consistently.
“I have always maintained that Shubman Gill is an overrated cricketer, but nobody listened to me. He is a highly rated cricketer. With Gill getting such a long string… some people might even think that players like Suryakumar Yadav could be given a longer string in Tests. Srikkanth said.
The case for other talents
The argument to encourage other players is convincing. Gaikwad has been doing exceptionally well in first-class cricket, while Sudharsan has been making waves during the ‘A’ tours. Their consistent performances have raised questions as to why they have not been included in the national team while players like Gill continue to struggle.
Srikkanth’s claim “Gill survives because he has ten chances and he scores on the tenth” resonates with many fans who feel that merit should dictate selection rather than past reputation or favoritism.
as India As cricket goes through a transitional phase, accountability within the selection committee becomes a key issue. The current crop of players should be judged based on their performances, especially under difficult circumstances like the present. Australia. Selectors need to understand that while potential is important, consistent performance is crucial to success on the international stage.
Ricky PontingHis observations about Gill reflect this idea. He noted that Gill needs to trust his instincts more and avoid overthinking his technique, which could help his fight.
