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• Cricket news, T20 World Cup 2024
• 04/05/2024
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As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 unfolds, the spotlight intensifies on players vying for spots in India’s ICC T20 World Cup squad. Among them is Shubman Gill, whose recent performance has reignited discussions about his potential inclusion. However, former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull has sent a startling piece of advice to BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar regarding Gill’s selection, invoking the example of KL Rahul.

Gill’s Recent Performance

Shubman Gill showcased his talent with a remarkable unbeaten knock of 89 runs for Gujarat Titans against Punjab Kings in IPL 2024. This innings has sparked debates about his suitability for the T20 World Cup squad.

Gill faces competition from Yashasvi Jaiswal, who brings a left-handed factor and aggressive batting style to the top order. Despite Gill’s impressive international and IPL cricket record, Doull believes that the backup opener slot should be reserved for KL Rahul.

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Doull’s Argument

Doull argues that Rahul’s ability to keep wickets adds versatility to the squad, making him a valuable asset in various situations during the World Cup campaign. He suggests that with limited spots for top-order batters, Gill’s selection hinges on outperforming established players like Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli.

With IPL 2024 providing Gill with more opportunities to showcase his skills, the coming matches will determine his fate. With 25 days left in April and several IPL fixtures remaining, Gill can prove Doull wrong and secure his spot in India’s 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup.