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Shubman Gill is set to embark on a fresh leadership journey, taking charge of the North Zone squad for the first time in the Duleep Trophy 2025. The prestigious red-ball tournament will see the 25-year-old Indian Test captain, known for his calm approach and elegant batting, guide his regional side in their campaign starting August 28 in Bengaluru.
Squad composition and key players of North Zone
Gill’s North Zone squad for the Duleep Trophy 2025 brings together a vibrant mix of experienced players and promising youngsters to create a well-rounded team. Leading the pace attack is left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh, whose international experience will be crucial. The batting lineup includes talented names like Ayush Badoni and Yash Dhull, who bring aggressive stroke play and flexibility at the top and middle order.
Middle-order stability is supported by players such as Shubham Khajuria and Ankit Kalsi, while all-round abilities come from Anshul Kamboj and Mayank Dagar. The squad also features dependable young talents like Ankit Kumar and Sahil Lotra, Harshit Rana, and Yudhvir Singh Charak, all eager to make their mark in big matches. With additional depth provided by wicketkeeper Kanhaiya Wadhawan and spin options like Auqib Nabi, Gill has a balanced, dynamic squad ready to challenge for the trophy.
North Zone Squad:
Shubman Gill (c), Shubham Khajuria, Ankit Kumar (vc), Ayush Badoni, Yash Dhull, Ankit Kalsi, Nishant Sindhu, Sahil Lotra, Mayank Dagar, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Kanhaiya Wadhawan (wk).
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Shubman Gill’s scintillating series against England
After recently leading India to a 2-2 draw in the high-profile England Test series, Gill’s leadership credentials have come into focus for selectors and fans alike. In that series, Gill was praised for his tactical clarity, particularly in managing bowling changes and handling high-pressure moments. His ability to keep the dressing room calm after tough sessions and his effective field settings played key roles in India’s fightback from a trailing position.
Gill also led by example with the bat, playing crucial knocks in challenging conditions and displaying resilience when the team needed stability. The England assignment demonstrated his capacity to inspire teammates and adapt quickly—qualities that North Zone will be eager to leverage in the Duleep Trophy campaign.
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