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Gill has already stepped into the role of captain for India in Tests and has replaced Axar Patel as vice-captain in the T20I side.
Discussions within the Indian cricketing community have been buzzing ever since Shubman Gill was appointed as the vice-captain of India’s T20I team, with many speculating that he will soon take over as the team’s skipper in ODIs. Concerns are mounting over Rohit Sharma’s future as a long-term captain in the one-day international format, particularly with the upcoming limited-overs series against Australia, which could mark his final appearance as leader, if not as a player. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is focused on ensuring the new captain is given enough time to settle down before the 2027 ODI World Cup.
As reported by RevSportz, it seems clear that Shubman Gill will be named as the ODI captain, with the official announcement expected soon. While Rohit Sharma has expressed his intention to continue in the 50-over format and chase another World Cup victory, the ultimate decision lies with the selectors.
The performance of Rohit Sharma in the upcoming series against Australia could play a significant role in determining his future as captain. However, with limited ODI fixtures leading up to the 2027 World Cup, there are questions about whether Rohit, along with Virat Kohli, who has stepped away from T20Is and Tests can maintain the consistency required to remain at the top of their game.
A Single Captain for All Formats?
Gill has already stepped into the role of captain for India in Tests and has replaced Axar Patel as vice-captain in the T20I side. It’s anticipated that Gill will succeed Suryakumar Yadav as T20I captain following the 2026 World Cup, particularly as Suryakumar will be 34 years old by then.
India’s long-standing policy of having a single captain for all formats has served the team well, and it seems the selectors are keen to continue with this strategy. However, by the time the 2027 ODI World Cup takes place, Rohit will be 40 years old, and being involved in just one format may make it increasingly difficult for him to maintain the required level of performance and fitness.