Gill has to cement place, 5 chances a lot: Irfan on T20Is vs SA
The Indian cricket team is all set to take on South Africa in a five-match T20I series, and all eyes are on the young and talented Shubman Gill. The 23-year-old has been in impressive form in recent times, but former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes that Gill still needs to cement his place in the T20I team. According to Pathan, the upcoming series against South Africa provides Gill with a great opportunity to do just that.
Gill has been a regular member of the Indian T20I team for a while now, and his numbers are quite impressive. In 33 T20Is, he has scored 837 runs at a strike rate of 133.38. However, despite his impressive record, Pathan feels that Gill still needs to work on establishing himself as a permanent fixture in the team.
“Shubman Gill has to cement his place in the T20I team,” Pathan said in a recent interview. “He has been given a lot of opportunities, and now it’s time for him to make the most of it. The five-match series against South Africa is a great chance for him to prove himself and show that he belongs to the T20I team.”
Pathan’s comments may come as a surprise to some, given Gill’s impressive record in T20Is. However, the former all-rounder believes that the competition for places in the Indian team is so fierce that even established players like Gill cannot take their place for granted.
“There will be slight pressure on Gill, but that’s a good thing,” Pathan added. “When you’re playing for India, you’re always under pressure to perform. But I think Gill has the talent and the temperament to handle that pressure. He just needs to go out there and play his natural game.”
The five-match series against South Africa provides Gill with a great opportunity to showcase his skills and establish himself as a key player in the Indian T20I team. With five chances to make an impact, Pathan believes that Gill has no excuse for not performing.
“Five opportunities are a lot,” Pathan said. “If you can’t make the most of five chances, then you need to rethink your game. But I’m confident that Gill will rise to the occasion and show us what he’s capable of. He’s a talented player, and I have no doubt that he’ll make a big impact in the series.”
Gill’s performance in the series will be closely watched, not just by the Indian team management but also by the fans. The young batsman has a huge following in India, and his fans will be eager to see him succeed on the big stage.
As for Pathan, he believes that the series against South Africa will be a great test for the Indian team, particularly for players like Gill who are still establishing themselves.
“The series against South Africa will be a great challenge for the Indian team,” Pathan said. “South Africa is a tough team, and they’ll push us to the limit. But I think we have the talent and the depth to overcome them. It’s going to be a great series, and I’m excited to see how it unfolds.”
In conclusion, the upcoming series against South Africa provides Shubman Gill with a great opportunity to cement his place in the Indian T20I team. With five chances to make an impact, Gill has no excuse for not performing, and former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes that he has the talent and the temperament to rise to the occasion.
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