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**Shubman Gill Hails Kohli and Sharma’s Blueprint for Overseas Test Success After Being Named New India Test Captain**

**New Delhi:** Newly appointed Indian Test captain Shubman Gill has credited former captains Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, along with veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, for providing the blueprint for India’s success in overseas Test series. Gill was named captain of the Indian Test team on Saturday and will be without the experienced duo of Kohli and Sharma for his first assignment: a five-match Test series against England.

Speaking in a video released by the BCCI, Gill emphasized the impact of his predecessors: “The likes of Rohit bhai, Virat bhai, and Ashwin bhai have given us the blueprint on how to tour overseas and how to win matches and series.”

While acknowledging that executing that blueprint would be a challenge, Gill expressed confidence that the team knows what it takes to conquer foreign soil. He also highlighted the contrasting leadership styles of Kohli and Sharma, while noting their shared ambition.

“Both [Kohli and Sharma] had very different styles, but it was very inspiring to see that both were working towards the same goal,” Gill explained. “As a captain, you want to win, and your style may be different. There was a lot of difference between the two, but they were also similar in their own ways.”

Gill elaborated on their differences, stating, “Virat bhai was always very aggressive. You could see the hunger and passion in his leadership. While Rohit bhai’s aggressive approach might not have been visible in his body language, he was very attacking on the field.”

The young captain admitted that being appointed Test captain was “a bit of a heavy feeling” but recognized it as a significant responsibility. “It is a great honor to get such an opportunity, and it is a big responsibility. I am ready for this challenging opportunity, and I think the upcoming series against England will be very exciting.”

Gill’s appointment marks a new chapter for the Indian Test team, with the upcoming series against England set to be a crucial test of his leadership and the team’s ability to implement the winning formula laid down by their predecessors.

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