Shubman Gill has been named vice-captain in India’s Asia Cup squad. Gill, who is India’s test captain, scored 754 runs across five tests in England where a thrilling series ended in a 2-2 tie.

Sunil Gavaskar has backed Shubman Gill's appointment as India's Asia Cup vice-captain, calling it a step towards his future captaincy. Gavaskar praised Gill's form, leadership skills, and temperament,

Shubman Gill has made a comeback to India's T20I squad for the Asia Cup and has replaced Axar Patel as vice-captain. The Asia Cup is India's first T20I assignment since the bilateral series against England at home in January.