Overview
- He was left out of India’s 2026 T20 World Cup squad as well as the T20I series against New Zealand, with Axar Patel appointed vice-captain.
- Video and eyewitness accounts show Gill undergoing rigorous batting sessions at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium in Mohali to fine-tune his technique.
- Gill has been named in Punjab’s Vijay Hazare Trophy squad, though he did not play in the 51-run win over Maharashtra; Punjab face Chhattisgarh in Jaipur on December 26.
- He is expected to rejoin the national side for the ODI series against New Zealand from January 11 to 18, where he remains a key option in the 50-over setup.
- Pundit Aakash Chopra also left Gill out of an alternative 15-man T20 squad, reflecting ongoing scrutiny of his T20 role after lean returns and a conservative stint during recent assignments.