Courtesy: Google

Courtesy: Google

Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina has backed Shubman Gill to become the captain of the Indian cricket team. Recently, the young batter has been appointed as the vice-captain for the upcoming ODI series against England and the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan and the UAE. Rohit Sharma will continue to lead the Indian cricket team in the upcoming tournament. Suresh Raina feels that Rohit has taken a right decision to make Gill his deputy. 

Suresh Raina said that Shubman Gill is a kind of captain who leads from the front. "I think Shubman Gill is the next superstar in India," he was quoted as saying by News18. "He (Shubman Gill) has done remarkably well in the one-day side. When you give such a good opportunity to a youngster, like making him the vice-captain in the ICC Champions Trophy, it speaks volumes about his potential. Rohit Sharma clearly knows who the next leader will be," Suresh Raina added.

Shubman Gill is one of the best captains we’ve seen: Suresh Raina

Speaking further, Suresh Raina also praised Shubman GIll for his captaincy in the IPL. Notably, Gill led Gujarat Titans in IPL 2024 after Hardik Pandya was released. In his captaincy, GT finished eighth in the points table with five wins in 14 matches. "Shubman Gill is one of the best captains we’ve seen, especially with how he led the Gujarat team in the IPL. The way he has performed in the last 12-16 months justifies this decision," Suresh Raina said. 

“That’s why Rohit will open with him—it’s a great move by the selectors and Rohit Sharma himself. Rohit has observed how Gill leads, much like how Virat Kohli did. Gill’s on-field work ethic is exceptional. He knows the team, leads from the front, and has a strong awareness of the game. It’s a very good move by the selectors and Rohit,” the former cricketer concluded.