After an outstanding run of 754 runs in five Tests against England, Shubman Gill has chosen to lead North Zone in the upcoming Duleep Trophy. Instead of resting, the newly appointed Indian Test captain is showing dedication by returning to domestic cricket just weeks after a tough overseas series.
Gavaskar praises BCCI’s focus on domestic cricket
Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar applauded the BCCI’s decision to prioritize the Duleep Trophy by not scheduling a white-ball series in Sri Lanka. This allowed top players like Gill to participate, strengthening the tournament’s profile and sending a strong message about the importance of domestic cricket.
Gill’s remarkable England series performance
Gill’s 754 runs in the England Test series stand as the second-highest by an Indian in a single series, just behind Gavaskar’s 774 runs in 1971. His leadership came at a crucial time following the retirement of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravichandran Ashwin from red-ball cricket.
Strong North Zone squad with mix of youth and experience
Gill’s North Zone team features promising talents like Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, and Anshul Kamboj. With a squad balanced between experienced players and emerging stars from Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh, the team looks well-prepared for the Duleep Trophy season ahead.
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