SaralnamaReports suggest Suryakumar Yadav opposed Shubman Gill's selection in the Asia Cup 2025 squad in Mumbai. Gill returned to T20I cricket after a year-long absence, scoring 127 runs in seven innings. Yadav felt Gill's batting style didn't match India's aggressive approach. However, coach Gautam Gambhir and selectors backed Gill's inclusion, citing his consistency and all-format value. The decision surprised Yadav, who was informed just before the squad announcement. Gill, appointed vice-captain, struggled in the tournament but formed strong partnerships with Player of the Tournament Abhishek Sharma. (Updated 20 Oct 2025, 23:00 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Reports suggest Suryakumar Yadav opposed Shubman Gill's selection in the Asia Cup 2025 squad in Mumbai on 20 Oct 2025
- Gill returned to T20I cricket after a year-long absence, scoring 127 runs in seven innings
- Yadav felt Gill's batting style didn't match India's aggressive approach