'Top four is set': Shubman Gill reveals India's No. 5, No. 6 plans ahead of New Zealand ODIs
Shubman Gill outlined India's strategy for the middle order before the ODI series against New Zealand. The team plans to adopt a flexible approach for the No. 5 and No. 6 batting positions during the matches. Axar Patel and KL Rahul will take on these roles based on the match situation, ensuring adaptability. Gill also addressed concerns regarding his previous neck issue, asserting he is fit to…
India captain Shubman Gill has revealed the team's plans for the middle order batting positions ahead of the five-match ODI series against New Zealand. Gill announced that India will adopt a flexible approach for the No. 5 and No. 6 slots, with Axar Patel and KL Rahul likely to occupy these roles based on the match situation. The top four batting spots are settled, with all right-handed batters in the lineup.
Gill assured fans that there are no concerns over the captain's neck issue, which had caused him to miss a month of international cricket last year due to a cervical disc bulge and neck spasm. Despite the injury, Gill played without any discomfort and completed his batting and fielding duties as expected.
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