Former India captain Sourav Ganguly delivered a strong endorsement for Shubman Gill as the future leader across formats, praising his England performances: “He looked like gold: batting, captaincy, got a young team to fight, no Kohli, no Rohit.” Gill’s T20I vice-captaincy signals BCCI’s succession planning, despite mixed reactions and team reshuffles.

Ganguly’s Blunt Captaincy Verdict

On The Captain’s Calm podcast, Ganguly dismissed doubts: “Shubman Gill should be captain of everything because he’s so good.” Recalling Eden Gardens chat, he highlighted mindset issues: “Three months ago… in England… young team to fight… now questions. You have to be patient.” Ganguly urged decision-makers to nurture leaders amid scrutiny.

Gill’s elevation alters T20I combinations but underscores long-term vision post-Rohit/Virat era.

Gill’s Fitness Clearance Boosts Captaincy Path

BCCI CoE cleared Gill fit for all formats after neck injury rehab from Kolkata Test whiplash (hospitalized, injected). Completed RTP protocols—rehab, batting/fielding simulations—under physio Kamlesh Jain, coach Adrian Le Roux, doctor Dr Charles.

CoE note: “Shubman Gill has successfully completed his rehabilitation… fit for all formats.” T20I-only players join Cuttack camp Saturday for Sunday session; Suryakumar Yadav captains, Gill vice-captain.

Gill’s Recent Accolades Fuel Backing

England Series: Stellar batting/captaincy sans seniors.

Fitness Return: Post-ODI series miss; ready for SA T20Is.

Formats: Test/ODI captain; T20I grooming.

Ganguly’s support aligns BCCI signals—Gill as post-Rohit/Kohli heir amid transitions.

India’s T20I squad eyes strong SA series start; Gill’s leadership central.