Rumors of a rift between Indian cricketers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill have emerged. This comes after reports that Gill unfollowed the India captain on Instagram. This has sparked speculation about potential tension between the two players.
Gill was initially named as a reserve player for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. He traveled with the Indian team to the USA but did not make the final 15-member squad. Following the New York leg of the tournament, the team management sent Gill back to India due to disciplinary reasons.
Why was Shubman Gill sent back to India?
Reports indicate that Gill was more focused on his personal business ventures than his responsibilities with the national team during the ICC event. This lack of commitment led to the decision of sending him back to India.
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While other reserve players like Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan, and Rinku Singh remained on standby, Gill and Khan were asked to leave.
Was Shubman Gill absent from team activities?
Gill's absence from team activities was noticeable. Unlike his fellow reserves, Khaleel Ahmed and Rinku Singh, who supported the team at the India-Pakistan match, Gill was not present. His absence raised questions about his dedication to the team during this crucial tournament.
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Is there a rift between Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma?
Ever since it was announced that Shubman Gill and Avesh Khan were being released from the Indian squad, rumours over a rift within the team have arisen. There were also reports suggesting that Gill was being sent back after the group stage due to disciplinary issues. The opening batsman also seemingly unfollowed the India captain on Instagram.
Gill has retorted to the rumours with a cheeky post on Instagram. On an Instagram story with Rohit and his daughter Samaira, he wrote "Sammy and I learning the art of discipline from @rohitsharma45."
Team India, having to qualified for Super 8, will be facing Afghanistan in their first match of Group 1 on June 20.