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Shubman Gill appointed captain for three-match ODI series against Australia
Shreyas Iyer elevated to vice-captain to support new leadership
Squad includes veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli alongside young talents
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has appointed Shubman Gill as the captain of the Indian ODI team for the upcoming three-match series against Australia, set to commence on October 19. The announcement was made by Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar following a selection committee meeting held in Ahmedabad on Saturday, October 4.
The young opener’s elevation marks a new chapter in India’s leadership structure, with Shreyas Iyer named as vice-captain, a role previously held by Gill. The decision is being viewed as a strategic move to nurture the nex