IND vs ENG: If Gill wants to become a great Test captain, then this series is a better opportunity to establish his credibility - Greg Chappell.
IND vs ENG: If Gill wants to become a great Test captain, then this series is a better opportunity to establish his credibility - Greg Chappell.
India's most controversial former cricket team coach Greg Chappell wrote in his column in ESPNcricinfo, "Gill's real test will begin now, with the fourth Test against England." The Indian team is now preparing for the final two Test matches against England. In such a situation, all eyes are now on their 25-year-old captain Shubman Gill.
He further says that Shubman Gill has performed brilliantly in batting against England and has shown a glimpse of his potential as a young captain. But his real test will begin now. Whereas, India is trailing England 1-2 in the five-match Test series and a series draw will prove to be a win-win option for India. It is also worth noting that India was playing the third Test match against England at Lord's. India lost this match by just 22 runs and fell behind 1-2 in the series. Both the teams will face each other in the fourth Test in Manchester from July 23.
Chappell wrote in his column in ESPNcricinfo, 'The Indian team is now preparing for the final two Test matches against England. In such a situation, all eyes are now on their 25-year-old captain Shubman Gill. As a talented young player, he has shown amazing batting and has also shown glimpses of leadership ability, but his real test will be now. This is the opportunity that will determine his direction as Test captain. '
Chappell wants Gill to set the benchmark for the team with his performance. He said, 'Gill has to show what kind of team he wants India to be.
The captain sets the atmosphere inside the team not only with his words but also with his performance and clear criteria. This means keeping the team disciplined on the field. India cannot afford to be a team with poor fielding once again. The best teams are brilliant in the field. They do not give runs easily. They do not miss opportunities. '
Chappell wants Gill to be firm in selecting the team that he thinks can win the match for them. He said, 'The selectors and Gill have to keep faith in the players they select. They have to identify a core group of players. Chappell has written that if Gill wants to become a great Test captain, then this is his chance to establish his credentials not only as a batsman but also as a captain. If Gill leads with clear thinking and determination, he will not only give a new shape to this series but will also decide the future of Indian cricket.'
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