Shubman Gill’s bold ‘injustice’ on T20 World Cup selection talks. cricket news

There is no greater honor than representing India in the T20 World Cup, but as Gujarat Titans captain, Shubman Gill feels he would be “doing an injustice to himself and his team” if national selection remains on his mind. The 24-year-old, who scored 890 runs during IPL 2023 and is among the top 10 batsmen in the current list, believes that if he is “selected” it will be another chance for him to achieve glory. If he is not selected then he will wholeheartedly congratulate the 15 people selected.

“Playing for India is the biggest thing. But if I start thinking about the World Cup then I will be unfair to my current team (GT) and myself.

“If I have to be selected for the T20 World Cup, I will be selected. But right now, my focus is on the IPL and how can I get the best out of my team and give the best performance for my team, which also helps my players,” Gill told PTI in an interview.

It is a dream for any player to participate in the World Cup, but Gill is learning the art of control.

“Obviously as a player, I want to be there and play the World Cup and get the opportunity to represent my country at the highest level – on the biggest stage of T20 cricket.

“After playing the World Cup last year, I have had my share of experiences, and it would be great to be able to play another World Cup. But I’m not thinking that far ahead.”

But he did not forget to mention – ever so subtly – that he has had a great two seasons.

Gill said, “I scored almost 900 runs last season and if I have to be selected, I will be selected (if not) then all the best to those who get selected.”

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