India’s leadership reshuffle just went into overdrive.
Shubman Gill is now captain of the Indian ODI team, adding to his roles as Test captain and T20 vice-captain.
He’ll lead India in the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, starting October 19 in Perth.
But while fans celebrate the rise of a new era, former star Mohammad Kaif has hit the brakes with a bold warning:
“Gill is being given too much too fast. This pressure could break him.”
Let’s break down why this decision is causing shockwaves and how Rohit Sharma is quietly preparing a fiery comeback.
🏏 The New Era: Shubman Gill Leads in All Formats
Yes.
Gill is now captain in two formats and second-in-command in the third.
At just 24 years old, he’s the youngest Indian skipper to hold such power since MS Dhoni.
And it all happened fast:
- Appointed Test captain after the England series (2025)
- Named ODI captain before the 2027 World Cup cycle
- Seen as Gautam Gambhir’s long-term choice across all teams
But is this smart planning… or too much burden?
🔥 Mohammad Kaif: “Don’t Break Gill Before He Shines”
Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif isn’t against Gill’s promotion.
He believes in his talent.
But he fears the timing.
“Now, everything is happening at once.”
His concerns:
- Gill already captains in Test cricket, which demands mental strength.
- He bats at No. 4 in ODIs under huge pressure.
- He’s also being groomed for T20 captaincy when SKY steps down.
- And now? Full-time ODI leadership.
Kaif warned:
“If he gets too many responsibilities too quickly, it will affect his batting. No player asks for captaincy. But everyone around him is pushing him into it.”
Fans agree:
“Gill needs time to grow. Not to be rushed like a corporate takeover.”
👑 Is This Gambhir’s Master Plan?
Behind the scenes, whispers point to one man: Gautam Gambhir.
Since becoming head coach, Gambhir has:
- Removed Rohit Sharma from ODI captaincy
- Promoted Suryakumar Yadav in T20S
- Backed Shubman Gill as the future across all formats
Now, reports say Gambhir invited Gill and select players to a private dinner at his Delhi home right after the first Test win against West Indies.
Was it a bonding session?
Or a symbolic move to show who’s in charge?
Social media exploded:
“Celebrating Rohit’s removal?”
“This isn’t coaching. It’s politics.”
“Gambhir is building his own team one captain at a time.”
Even more telling:
Senior players like Jadeja and Rohit were not invited.
Coincidence?
Or control?
💪 Rohit Sharma’s Silent Comeback: “I’ll Answer With My Bat”
While Gill rises, Rohit Sharma isn’t fading quietly.
After being stripped of the ODI captaincy, he didn’t complain.
He didn’t retire.
He packed his bags and headed to Bengaluru’s NCA (National Cricket Academy) for intense training.
For nearly a week, he trained for two hours daily under conditions that mimicked Australian pitches.
He faced tall pacers, practised against bouncers, and demanded extra throwdowns even after sessions ended.
Ten support staff worked around him.
His goal?
To silence Ajit Agarkar and Gautam Gambhir not with words, but with centuries.
Sources close to him say:
“They think he’s done by 2027. He’s proving them wrong.”
One senior selector admitted:
“We doubted his fitness and form. But this level of dedication changes things.”
❓ PAA Method: What Fans Are Asking (And We’re Answering)
Let’s tackle the most-searched questions using Google’s People Also Ask (PAA) strategy:
❓ Why was Rohit Sharma removed from ODI captaincy?
Despite winning the Champions Trophy 2025, Rohit was replaced due to the BCCI’s focus on long-term planning for the 2027 World Cup. The board wants younger leaders like Gill to gain experience early.
❓ Will Rohit Sharma play in the 2027 World Cup?
Uncertain. Agarkar and Gambhir have expressed doubts about his ability to maintain form. But his recent training suggests he plans to fight for his place.
❓ How many formats does Shubman Gill captain?
Gill is a full-time captain in Tests and ODIs, and vice-captain in T20S. He’s set to take over full T20 leadership when Suryakumar steps down.
❓ Is Gautam Gambhir favouring Shubman Gill?
Multiple moves suggest yes from captaincy appointments to private dinners. Gambhir trusts players he can guide closely, and Gill fits that mould.
❓ Can Gill handle so much responsibility?
Early signs are positive. Gill scored 754 runs in the England Test series with four centuries. But leading three formats is uncharted territory for someone so young.
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Final Thoughts: A New Era or a Rushed Revolution?
India wants to build for the future.
That’s smart.
But replacing a legend like Rohit Sharma overnight and stacking Gill with every leadership role feels less like a transition, more like a power shift.
Gill is talented.
No doubt.
But can one man carry the weight of three captains at once?
And what happens if Rohit Sharma
As one fan put it:
“Legends don’t fade. They come back louder.”
Now, all eyes turn to Perth on October 19.
Not just for the match.
But for the message each bat sends.
Because in cricket, the loudest voices don’t speak. They score.
Watch & React
🎥 Watch: Rohit Sharma’s NCA training footage
📢 See: Kaif’s full interview on Gill’s captaincy
💬 Comment below: Is Shubman Gill ready for all this, or is he being pushed too hard?