Gambhir is reportedly inclined toward appointing a young captain who can serve as a close ally in shaping the team's future, with Gill fitting that profile.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday formed a three-member committee to "review the delivery" of the T20 World Cup which was co-hosted by the USA and the West Indies last month.
Dilip Doshi, who passed away on June 23, was celebrated not only as one of India's finest left-arm spinners but also as a cricketer of rare character and amazing qualities, recalls veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.
'They are not a full-member (of the ICC) but being the Olympic hosts, the US naturally have a claim to be there, which makes it such a tough decision.'
Greg Barclay has been elected as the International Cricket Council's new independent chairman
This isn't just a Test match - it's a test of Shubman Gill's leadership, temperament, and decision-making.
Cricket, one of the five new sports in Los Angeles, will return to the Olympics after 128 years, featuring six teams each in the men's and women's competitions in the 20-overs format.
The omission sparked a social media storm, with fans questioning Pakistan's intent and criticising the Pakistan Cricket Board.
Lord's to host Women's T20 World Cup final in 2026
This will also be India's first T20 bilateral series in Bangladesh and first exclusive white-ball tour since 2014.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash reward of Rs 58 crore for the Indian cricket team that won the ICC Champions Trophy earlier this month in Dubai.
'No one knows if PCB chief Mr Najam Sethi has had any informal discussion with his Bangladeshi counterpart Najmul Hasan Papon, but this can be said with a degree of certainty that no such discussions happened officially that Pakistan will play in Bangladesh.'
Former batter Basit Ali has expressed grave concerns over the deteriorating state of Pakistan cricket.
"The ICC (International Cricket Council) Champions Trophy 2025 is a culmination of those efforts," PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi told Reuters.
A multi-billion dollar broadcast market, the game's most powerful board's positive intent and a perfect pitch by the global body based on a three-fold 'U-P-L' principle ensured cricket's inclusion in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
Ab de Villiers, the former South African cricketer has played 114 Tests, scoring 8,756 runs at an average of 50.66, and two wickets. He has played 228 ODIs with 9,577 runs at an average of 53.50, and 7 wickets.
PCB said that in the media talk, Naqvi stated that the redevelopment and redesigning of stadiums will be completed on schedule, ensuring their availability to host the tournament.
Gaddafi Stadium to be handed over to ICC for Champions Trophy on Feb 11: PCB source
PCB unfortunately didn't have solid support from other members on the executive board and even the ICC management didn't give them the respect they deserved.
Jay Shah will not step down from his current role as BCCI Secretary during the upcoming AGM, as he is scheduled to assume his new position only from December 1.
He was seeking a new purpose -- something to reignite his passion and spark a personal resurgence. But under the current team management, Kohli felt that he wasn't getting the environment, autonomy, or energy he needed.
BCCI lifted the ban on use of saliva on the ball in IPL 2025 after majority of captains agreed to its proposal.
Chairman Arun Dhumal said they are considering expanding IPL to a full home-and-away format with 94 matches from 2028 onwards.
Pakistan suffered an 85 per cent loss after spending Rs 869 crore for hosting the Champions Trophy 2025.
Leg spinner Adam Zampa was the most experienced bowler for the Aussies, having played 111 ODIs.
As a mark of respect, players and match officials will wear black armbands, and a minute's silence will be observed before the start of the match.
The BCCI is considering lifting the ban on applying saliva on the ball in IPL 2025.
The ICC has tentatively identified the June 4-30 window for the T20 World Cup 2024 to be jointly hosted by the West Indies and the USA.
A concerned Sri Lanka skipper Kusal Mendis on Sunday hoped the ICC's suspension of the nation's cricket body will not affect the upcoming fixtures of the national team and the preparations for the men's U19 World Cup in Colombo early next year.
Former BCCI president Narayanswami Srinivasan who has been at the centre of attention following Supreme Court's decision to allow modifications relating to the age-cap of 70 years for representation to the International Cricket Council.
Ramiz Raja part of ICC working group formed to review cricket in Afghanistan
Videos of Zinta asking spectators to vacate the stadium in an orderly manner also started doing rounds of the social media.
Despite the Emirates Cricket Board's 'two-week rest' policy for pitches, the tight schedule necessitated the use of this 'tired surface'.
Bari said he is delighted to see the ICC Champions Trophy being held in Pakistan now and multiple teams landing in the country.
India to follow ICC's kit-elated guidelines at Champions Trophy, says BCCI
Security was breached again in Lahore, where another pitch invader ran onto the field during Afghanistan's post-match celebrations.
Members of the trophy-winning squad from 2017 were present at the event with then captain Sarfaraz Ahmed in conversation with former West Indies pacer and broadcaster Ian Bishop.
The dispute revolves around BCCI's reported refusal to have 'Pakistan' -- the host nation -- printed on Team India's official jersey for the Champions Trophy.
'We're excited about the game, and obviously, if you can win, it builds a lot of momentum going into the semifinal.'
Pakistan cricket authorities have suggested the International Cricket Council to schedule India's qualifying round matches only in one city during the Champions Trophy next year.
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