Shubman Gill Dropped From T20 Squad: Out Of Form Or Favour?

Indian cricket team star batter Shubman Gill was not included in the 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup 2026. Gill, who has not enjoyed a great run of form in the recent past, was removed from the squad and all-rounder Axar Patel was appointed vice-captain. BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar explained the reason behind not including Gill in the squad and hinted that Sanju Samson will open the batting with Abhishek Sharma. "Shubman Gill is short of runs at the moment and missed the last World Cup too," Agarkar said at the press conference.