As Shubman Gill gears up to lead Team India in the upcoming five-Test series against England, he’s already facing tough questions — not on the field, but off it. In a recent interview with Dinesh Karthik on Sky Cricket, Gill was asked to choose:
Is Ashish Nehra a better coach or Gautam Gambhir?

His response wasn’t just diplomatic — it was revealing.

Gill on Nehra vs. Gambhir: “Different Paths, Same Goal”

Without naming one as better than the other, Gill highlighted the distinct approaches both coaches bring:

• Ashish Nehra:

  “Ashish bhai is very practical. He says whatever he has to say in front of everyone, no filters.”

• Gautam Gambhir:

  “Gautam bhai is extremely focused. His communication is clear and structured, and he passes on his message to every player.”

Gill summed it up perfectly by saying:

“Mindsets are different, methods are different, but the end goal is the same.”

Young Captain, Big Responsibility

With Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli missing the England tour, the responsibility on Gill’s shoulders is immense. Reflecting on the challenge, Gill acknowledged that:

“Both our batting and their bowling lack experience. So it’s going to be a balanced contest. We’re focusing on each session, not just individual bowlers.”

England vs India Test Series: High Stakes, New Era

India’s record in England has been shaky, and the last Test series ended 2-2. Now under a new captain and youthful leadership, the series becomes a testing ground not only for Gill’s leadership but also for India's new generation of cricketers.