India's ODI team prepares for 2027 World Cup amid captaincy concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:38 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
India's ODI team is set to begin preparations for the 2027 World Cup in South Africa with a three-match series against Afghanistan starting this Saturday in Dharamshala. Concerns arise over the team's dynamics, particularly under captain Shubman Gill, who has faced criticism after India lost the last two ODI series. Head coach Gautam Gambhir has not yet fully established his authority within the ODI format, in contrast to his success in T20s and Tests. As a result, there is pressure on Gambhir and Gill to unify the team, especially with senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli facing scrutiny about their roles moving forward. Kohli will miss the Afghanistan series due to a hamstring injury, prompting questions about veteran contributions leading to the World Cup.
- •The ODI series against Afghanistan starts Saturday in Dharamshala.
- •Shubman Gill has captained India in six ODIs with an average below 30.
- •Head coach Gautam Gambhir has focused more on T20 and Test formats.
- •Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are under pressure regarding their futures.
- •Kohli will miss the series due to a hamstring injury.
- 8:38 AMYahoo Sports — Inside India's ODI dressing room: Why Gautam Gambhir and Shubman Gill must act before 2027 World Cup
"India's ODI team begins World Cup preparations amid dressing room dynamics concerns. Shubman Gill's captaincy has seen mixed results, with senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli facing questions about their future. Head coach Gautam Gambhir needs to assert authority in the ODI format to align the team for the 2027 tournament.
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