Shubman Gill is now under close watch as competition for the opening slot intensifies in the T20Is. Chopra has pointed out that Gill’s recent form has not been entirely convincing.
In the Asia Cup 2025, Gill managed just 127 runs in seven innings at an average of 21.17, and in the recent ODI series against Australia, he scored only 43 runs in three matches at an average of 14.33.
Chopra pointed out that the upcoming T20I series is crucial for Gill because there are other capable players ready to step up. Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal, both in excellent form, are putting pressure on Gill for the opener’s position.
There are people breathing down Shubman Gill's neck: Aakash Chopra
Aakash Chopra said in a video on his YouTube channel, “This series will be extremely important for Shubman Gill. It's important for him because runs weren't scored when he was elevated to ODI captaincy. Again, you can't read too much into it because it's just been one series. I get that. So it's not like there is a question on his place.”
Notably, Jaiswal’s explosive starts and higher strike rate have made him a strong contender for the role in India’s T20I lineup. Statistically, Gill has scored 705 runs in 28 T20I innings at a strike rate of 141.28.
Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sanju Samson’s firepower turns up the heat on Shubman Gill
In comparison, Samson has amassed 993 runs at a better strike rate of 147.98 in 42 innings, while Jaiswal has already smashed 723 runs at an outstanding strike rate of 164.31 in just 22 innings.
Chopra further highlighted Gill’s inability to play a match-winning knock in the Asia Cup 2025 final despite conditions being favorable for his style. He believes that Gill doesn’t appear to be completely out of form, but his recent string of low scores and the rise of other openers have created pressure for him to deliver big innings on the Australia tour.
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