Updated On: 19 June, 2025 03:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The former coach was nothing short of praise for the 25-year-old. He said that Gill is very organised and sets a great example for other players. One of the main concerns for India will be the feature of its lead pacer, Jasprit Bumrah. He is advised not to play in consecutive Test matches due to his workload management

Shubman Gill (Pic: File Pic)
Former head coach Gary Kirsten has backed Team India`s new Test captain Shubman Gill by saying that he is a smart cricketer.
"I think Shubman is going to be a great leader. He`s a smart cricketer -- he`s got a good brain for the game and understands his game. He`s very talented and a nice human being, which I think is really important," Kirsten told `JioHotstar.`
Further speaking, Gary Kirsten said that Gill has all the qualities to become a good leader.