Mumbai: A major development has surfaced just ahead of India’s squad announcement for the upcoming ODI series against Australia. Reports suggest that star opener Shubman Gill may be handed the reins of captaincy, replacing Rohit Sharma in a surprise leadership shift.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors, who met on Saturday, are said to have deliberated on the long-term roadmap for Indian cricket. While Rohit Sharma was expected to return to the ODI fold, insiders indicate that the management is keen to groom Gill as the next all-format leader. In fact, Gill, who is already captaining the Test side, was present at the pre-selection meeting a strong signal of the board’s trust in his leadership.

The twist does not mean an immediate exit for veterans. Rohit Sharma a

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