• BCCI’s post of Shubman Gill in the Team India blazer drew trolling from fans online.

  • India will soon take on England in the Test series, starting June 20.

Fans brutally troll Shubman Gill after he poses in Team India’s blazer ahead of Test series against England
Fans troll Shubman Gill ahead of ENG vs IND Test series (Image Source: X)

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Team India are all set to enter a new chapter in its Test cricket journey, with Shubman Gill taking over the captaincy reins for the first time. The highly-anticipated five-match Test series against England will begin on June 20, marking a significant transition period for the Indian side. With stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli having recently retired from the longest format, the responsibility now lies with a young and promising leader in Gill.

Despite the absence of two modern-day legends, Indian fans and the management alike are optimistic that Gill’s leadership will bring a fresh energy and tactical approach. This series will be a litmus test for Gill, not only as a batter but also as a tactician. India will be aiming to bounce back and establish dominance at home under his command.

Fans mock Shubman Gill online as he dons Team India blazer for the first time as skipper

As BCCI shared pictures of Gill wearing the Team India blazer ahead of the Test series, social media platforms erupted—not with praise, but with trolls. Many fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to mock the young skipper’s pose, attire, and expressions, with some calling it ‘too dramatic’ while others compared him to fashion models rather than a cricket captain.

The trolling comes as part of the immense pressure that accompanies leading the national side, especially in a cricket-loving nation like India. While some users defended Gill and appreciated his confident look, others didn’t hold back from ridiculing him in memes and sarcastic remarks. The moment was meant to signify a proud milestone in his career, but instead it became an online target for mixed reactions.

Here’s how fans reacted:

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Strong line-ups on both sides promise a thrilling Test series

Despite the social media noise, India enter the series with a robust squad that includes vice-captain Rishabh Pant, seasoned campaigners KL Rahul and Jasprit Bumrah, along with several young talents eager to make a mark. The team looks balanced and ready to take on a formidable England side.

Led by Ben Stokes, the English squad boasts world-class cricketers such as Joe Root, Ben Duckett, and Zak Crawley, making the series one of the most anticipated cricket battles of the year. Both sides have depth in their line-ups and strategic leadership at the helm, promising a high-intensity red-ball showdown. All eyes will be on how Gill steers the team in this new era.

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