Shubman Gill takes T20I snub in stride with grace and humor

Shubman Gill, the ace batter, faced the media after being left out of the Indian T20I squad for the 2026 World Cup. He took it in stride, saying destiny has a role in this. Though he was vice-captain, he respects the selectors and wishes the team luck as they defend their title against the USA on February 7.

Quick rundown

Gill shrugs off the snub, saying destiny clearly had different plans.
He respects the selectors and wishes India the World Cup best.
Sanju Samson opens with Abhishek Sharma, Axar Patel named deputy.
Group foes: USA, Namibia, Pakistan, Netherlands; Top two advance to the Super 8s.
Gill stays upbeat, ready for the next chapter with a smile.

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Series

Indian Premier League
Pakistan Super League
New Zealand tour of Bangladesh
India Women tour of South Africa