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Shubman Gill has been appointed as the captain of Team India for the upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe. This marks Gill’s first time leading the national side, and it is a testament to his leadership qualities and cricketing prowess.

Gill, who was part of the Indian squad for the T20 World Cup 2024, was named captain of the team for the Zimbabwe tour, which is scheduled to commence on July 6, 2024. The series will feature five T20I matches, all of which will be played at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, Zimbabwe.

The 24-year-old Gill, known for his elegant stroke play and ability to anchor an innings, has been a consistent performer for the Indian team across formats. His appointment as captain comes as no surprise, given his impressive track record and the confidence shown in him by the selectors.

Shubman Gill Leads Team India in T20I Series Against Zimbabwe

The Indian team for the Zimbabwe tour features several fresh faces, including Abhishek Sharma, Riyan Parag, Nitish Reddy, and Tushar Deshpande, who have earned maiden international call-ups. The selectors have opted to rest senior players and those who have been busy with T20 World Cup duties, giving an opportunity to the younger generation of cricketers to showcase their talent on the international stage.

Gill, who was on a break in the USA after India’s T20 World Cup campaign ended, has directly flown out to Harare from the USA to join the Indian team for the series. He is expected to lead from the front and inspire his team to perform at their best against Zimbabwe.

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