The first Test between India and England concluded with a loss for India, prompting discussions about Shubman Gill’s captaincy. England successfully chased down a target of 371 runs. Irfan Pathan has offered a measured response to the criticism, advocating for a more patient assessment of Gill’s leadership. He pointed out the difficulty of stepping into the captaincy role at a young age and in a team undergoing a transition. Pathan also emphasized the absence of experienced players like Mohammed Shami, Ravichandran Ashwin, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma. Pathan believes that Gill’s experience and confidence will grow, leading to improved decision-making in the long run. The second Test match is scheduled to commence on July 2 at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
