US EditionAUS vs IND: Rohit and Kohli’s presence is very good for growth of Gill’s captaincy, says Axar Patel
Axar Patel praises Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's mentorship as key to Shubman Gill's development as India’s new ODI captain, ahead of the Australia series.
- On Friday in Perth, Axar Patel said the towering presence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, both experienced captains, will help Shubman Gill grow as captain.
- Ahead of the first ODI on Sunday, India completed a second training session with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli practising at Bangalore's Centre of Excellence and looking sharp.
- Shubman Gill succeeded Rohit Sharma as India's ODI captain despite Rohit's Champions Trophy win, and Australian opener Travis Head called both veterans world-class.
- Axar Patel said Gill has not been pressurised so far, and chosen ahead of Ravindra Jadeja, he feels confident for the Australia challenge.
- Axar Patel said teams now focus on strategy and planning in Australian conditions rather than pitch bounce.
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