Former Australian captain Aaron Finch expressed confidence in SHUBMAN GILL as he is preparing to start his journey Captain Odi during the upcoming Indian tour with a white ball in Australia at the end of this month. Gill took over the ODI lead from Rohit Sharma, which will continue to play in the group, along with Virat Kohl, after the Criket Council in India (BCCI) announced a group of 15 players for three matches that begins in Perth 19 October.
While The decision to promote Gill has left many fans and scientists surprised, Finch believes this is a logical step. The 26 -year -old Vice President of the T20i Indian Party has already had a successful start as a captain of the test that showed peace and tactical gestation, especially during the series against England early this year. Finch feels that this experience will serve him well when he takes reins in 50-over format.
Finch, who spoke to ICC, stressed the advantage that Gill would have Rohit and Kohli around the field. “SHUBMAN has already shown what good leader is in cricket T20 and test cricket, so I’m sure it won’t be different,” Finch said. “He is a great player, especially in white ball formats, and the way the captain against England in the test series is just a huge tick in his box to take the next step and take the Indian guidance in all three formats.”
Finch contrasted Gill’s situation with his own experience with the leadership of Australia. “If you look back at the series of the test in England, he did not have many other ways to turn to advice when he was on the ground, but did a great job himself,” Finch said. “In his case, just having boys like Rohit and Kohli, he will give him real peace. It allows him to bounce his thoughts, both in and off the field, about how the team wants the team to work forward because they are such a huge part of the team for a long time.”
The former Australian captain also appreciated Gill’s maturity and cricket intelligence and noted that while leading transitions could be demanding, the presence of experienced older players will help him to navigate the pressures of the international captain. With Rohit and Kohli as mentors, Finch believes that Gill has a support system to succeed and effectively lead India in 50-over format.
As India is preparing for a strong Australian side at its home groundAll eyes will be on GILL to see, as directed by the team, implements the strategy and builds on their early success. Finch’s approval underlines that the cricket faith experts have a guild leading, indicating a smooth transition at the top of the ODI Indian settings.
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Published:
Amar Pancker
Published on:
October 5, 2025
Tune
