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Shubman Gill’s Slump Questioned; Shane Watson Backs India’s Captain to Master All 3 Formats

Shivansh Rana | 4 min read | 3 weeks ago | Nov 06, 2025 02:44 am IST
Shubman Gill's Slump Questioned; Shane Watson Backs India's Captain to Master All 3 Formats

So, you’ve seen the scores, right? Shubman Gill, India’s new Test and ODI captain, is in a bit of a tough spot against Australia. But just when the doubts start creeping in, a cricket legend steps up with a massive vote of confidence. Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson just went on record about Gill, and what he said might change how you see this whole situation.

Key Takeaways

  • Australian legend Shane Watson calls Shubman Gill a “ridiculously talented batter” with an “amazing technique.”
  • Despite his current struggles in the white-ball series against Australia, Watson believes Gill will quickly master all three formats.
  • Gill currently serves as India’s full-time Test and ODI captain and the T20I vice-captain.
  • The Indian team management has reportedly identified Gill as the future all-format captain.

What’s Really Going On With Gill’s Form?

Look, the numbers don’t lie. In the ongoing white-ball series against the Aussies, Gill’s scores haven’t been what you’d expect from a player of his caliber. We’re talking 10, 9, and 24 in the ODIs. And in the T20Is, it’s been a mixed bag with scores of 37*, 5, and 15. For a player who is shouldering new leadership responsibilities, that kind of form gets people talking. And they are talking.

It’s that classic challenge every great player faces. How do you switch from the patient, long-form game of Test cricket to the explosive demands of T20, and then back again? It’s not just about skill. It’s about mindset.

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But here’s the thing. While fans might be worried, one man who has seen it all isn’t. Shane Watson was unequivocal in his support for the young Indian captain. He didn’t just offer mild encouragement. He was emphatic.

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Watson called Gill a “ridiculously talented batter” and praised his “amazing technique,” adding that it “won’t take him long” to figure out the nuances of being a consistent, all-format star. He acknowledged that making those technical and mental adjustments between formats is tough, but he’s certain that more game time is all Gill needs to find his groove.

Social Media Storm

Of course, this has sent cricket fans into a frenzy online. You’ve got one camp pointing to the recent low scores as a sign of pressure. But then you have another, larger group holding up Watson’s comments as proof that this is just a temporary blip. The debate is raging: Is this a slump, or just the calm before the storm?

Don’t Forget His Recent Dominance

It’s easy to get caught up in the now. But let’s zoom out for a second. Just last month, Gill was on fire. Captaining India in two home Tests against the West Indies, he smashed a fifty and a glorious unbeaten 129. Before that? A stellar tour of England where he piled up an incredible 754 runs across 10 innings. Yeah. The talent is obviously there.

This isn’t a question of if he has the ability. It’s about when he’ll consistently translate it across every single format. The Indian team management seems to agree with Watson, having already earmarked Gill as the future leader of the team in all forms of the game. They’re playing the long game, and they’ve placed their bet on him.

So, with the fourth and fifth T20Is coming up on November 6 and 8, all eyes will be on the captain. Will he silence the critics and prove Watson right? What do you think?