Sanjay Manjrekar advocates for Shubman Gill's T20I return after Ireland series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 3:51 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Following India's 2-0 T20I series loss to Ireland, Sanjay Manjrekar expressed concerns over the team's reliance on all-rounders. He emphasized the need for a specialist middle-order batter, suggesting Shubman Gill as an ideal candidate due to his adaptability. Manjrekar stated that Indian batters need to develop techniques suited to challenging conditions, and he believes Gill should be reintroduced to the T20 setup gradually. India is set to face England in a five-match T20I series starting on July 1, 2026, as they look to rebound from the recent defeat.
- •India lost the T20I series against Ireland 2-0.
- •Sanjay Manjrekar advocates for Shubman Gill's inclusion in T20Is.
- •India's next series starts against England on July 1, 2026.
- •Loss marked India's first bilateral T20I defeat to Ireland.
- 3:51 PMYahoo Sports — 'This is a guy who is a T20 batter': After Ireland debacle, Sanjay Manjrekar backs Shubman Gill's comeback
"India's young batting lineup faltered in Ireland's seamer-friendly conditions, leading to a surprising 2-0 T20I series loss. Former player Sanjay Manjrekar points to an over-reliance on all-rounders, advocating for a specialist middle-order batter. He suggests Shubman Gill, with his adaptability, is a prime candidate for a return to T20 plans, offering depth on challenging pitches.
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