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Kuldeep Yadav has expressed confidence in Shubman Gill's ability to lead India in the upcoming Test series against England. He highlighted Gill's experience working under seniors like Rohit Sharma as key preparation. The series marks India's first major challenge post the retirements of Rohit and Virat Kohli. Young players are eager to step up, with the team showing strong form in practice sessions.

Key Points: Kuldeep Yadav Backs Shubman Gill as India Test Captain in England

  • Kuldeep Yadav praises Gill's leadership skills
  • India faces England in first Test without Rohit and Kohli
  • Youngsters excited for challenging series
  • Seamers and batters perform well in practice
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Shubman Gill is fully ready to lead the Indian Test team in England, says Kuldeep Yadav

Kuldeep Yadav says Shubman Gill is fully prepared to lead India in the England Test series, praising his leadership and readiness for the challenge.

Shubman Gill is fully ready to lead the Indian Test team in England, says Kuldeep Yadav
"He is fully ready to lead the team – Kuldeep Yadav"

Beckenham, June 15

Left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav believes Shubman Gill is completely prepared to captain the Indian Test team on their five-match Test tour of England, starting in Leeds on June 20. The series against England is Gill’s first assignment as India’s Test captain after his predecessor Rohit Sharma retired from the format last month.

The Test series in England will be India’s first challenge in the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle. “As you have seen, Shubman knows how to lead the team. He has worked under a lot of seniors as well. From the last couple of years, he has been in a lot of discussions with Rohit - not only in ODIs, but also in Tests. I am sure he has learnt a lot.”

“As a leader, from what I have seen, he is very motivated. The way he thinks is very important. He has helped the team a lot. In the last 3-4 sessions, I have seen the quality of the leadership group and I have seen that in Shubman as well. He is fully ready to lead the team,” said Kuldeep to reporters on the sidelines of day three of intra-squad practice game in Beckenham.

Without going into specific details of the intra-squad game, Kuldeep said the batters have fared well so far. “The top order have done very good batting, if we talk about both the teams. I feel that seamers have also bowled very well.”

“If you talk about fast bowlers in both the teams, I feel that Shardul has bowled very well in the first innings. In the second innings, the senior fast bowlers have bowled very well. Overall, the performance in the squad has been very good.”

This will be India’s first series after retirements of Rohit and Virat Kohli, and Kuldeep admitted the side will feel their void when the matches happen from June 20 to August 4. “When there are no seniors, you always feel their absence. The players like Virat and Rohit, who have done so much for the team. Their importance will always be felt.”

“It is an opportunity for the youngsters to perform well. They have a chance to settle in the team, and that is very important. I am sure everyone is feeling their absence in the team. But the youngsters look very excited.”

“They consider the conditions to be challenging for the battle, and are ready for it. As you can see in the practice session, the batsmen are preparing, taking a lot of time in batting and doing well in preparation.”

“100% it is a challenging series. We have got a very good team as well. Obviously, we have new faces. Everyone is very excited to start this first Test in Headingley. We are very looking forward to it,” concluded Kuldeep.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Exciting times for Indian cricket! Gill has shown maturity beyond his years. Hope he leads with the same aggression we saw in his batting. England tour is never easy but this young team might surprise everyone 🇮🇳🏏 #NewEra
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Priya M.
While I'm happy for Gill, I worry about the lack of experience in the team. England conditions are brutal for batting. Missing Rohit and Kohli's guidance might hurt us more than we think. Hope the youngsters step up!
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Arjun S.
Gill as captain is a bold move but the right one! We need fresh thinking in Test cricket. His technical batting will set the example in England. Just hope the selectors give him a long rope - can't judge based on one series.
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Sneha R.
The real test will be how Gill handles pressure situations. England's bowlers will target him specially. But I believe in this team - they play fearless cricket which might work in their favor. Jai Hind! 🙌
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Vikram J.
Good to hear Kuldeep's confidence in Gill. But let's not forget - England at home is a different beast. Our batting needs to show patience against swing. Hope the preparation is solid. 5 Tests is a long series - fitness will be key!
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Neha P.
Excited but nervous! This feels like the 2007 transition when Dada left and Dhoni took over. Big shoes to fill after Rohit and Kohli. But Gill has that calm head - perfect for English conditions. Fingers crossed for our boys! 🤞

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