Sat Oct 25 08:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Gill Learns From the Best as Kohli and Sharma Offer Guidance in ODI Dead Rubber

Sydney, Australia – Despite a shaky start to his captaincy, Shubman Gill is proving he’s willing to learn from the best. In a dead-rubber ODI against Australia at the SCG, former captains Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were seen actively mentoring the young leader, contributing to a crucial turnaround in the game.

Gill, who has struggled with toss luck and personal form since taking the reins, has already lost the series to Australia. However, a glimmer of hope emerged as he demonstrated tactical awareness by rotating his bowlers effectively, stifling the Australian scoring rate.

The defining moment came during the Australian innings when Kohli, displaying his vast experience, was seen pulling Gill into a quick huddle with wicketkeeper KL Rahul. The brief but impactful conversation saw Kohli sharing insights, while Gill listened intently.

“They may not be captains, but they have the experience,” noted a commentator. The exchange appeared to pay dividends immediately, triggering a mini-collapse in the Australian batting lineup. The hosts lost seven wickets for just 53 runs, restricting them to a manageable 236 after they looked set for a much larger total.

Throughout the innings, Gill was observed constantly engaging with Kohli and Rohit, seeking their counsel and demonstrating a willingness to absorb their knowledge.

Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar praised the dynamic. “I have always believed that leadership is a mindset… It sends a good message out there that the communication, the atmosphere and the camaraderie in on track… the involvement of Virat, Rohit and everyone, and the ability of Shubman to go there and take suggestions is a good way of keeping things nice and tight.”

Nayar further emphasized the importance of experienced players sharing their knowledge. “In the last 10-12 years, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and those who have led India have got them to this point of being world-beaters.”

While the series is already lost, this display of teamwork and mentorship suggests a positive trajectory for Gill’s development as captain and a promising future for Indian cricket. Whether Gill can lead India to a consolation victory in this match remains to be seen, but his willingness to learn from his predecessors is a clear indication of his potential.

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