3 players who can captain India if Gill is ruled out
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With Shubman Gill likely to miss the ODI series due to injury, India may need a new captain for the three matches in Ranchi.
Axar has been part of India’s leadership group, captained in domestic cricket and the IPL, and played 71 ODIs. His all-round value adds to his captaincy case.
Rahul has scored over 3,000 ODI runs and has captained India in 12 ODIs, winning eight. His experience and calm approach make him a key contender.
Rohit is the most experienced option. He has led India in 56 ODIs with a 75% win rate and is in great form after scoring 202 runs in the Australia series.
His leadership experience, strong dressing-room presence, and current form make him a reliable option if India wants stability.
With both Gill and Iyer unavailable, the management may turn to experience and consistency as they decide who leads India against South Africa.