Injustice to Hardik Pandya? Fans react after Pandya removed as VC for Sri Lanka tour

Fans on Twitter shared their reactions after Shubman Gill was named the vice-captain of the Indian Cricket Team for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka. The team will play three T20Is and three ODIs during this tour.

Shubman Gill, who recently led the team in the Zimbabwe tour has been given the additional role of vice-captain for the Sri Lanka tour. He will hold this position in both formats.

Surprising Vice-Captaincy choice

Gill being chosen over Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul as vice-captain in ODIs was a big surprise. There were rumors that if Rohit Sharma was unavailable, KL Rahul would lead the team. However, these rumors were put to rest with the squad announcement.

Hardik Pandya has had an impressive cricketing journey, having won the IPL trophy as the captain of the Mumbai Indians and leading the team to the final in his second season in that role. He also served as the captain of the Indian T20I team for over a year, showcasing his leadership skills on the international stage.

In the T20 World Cup 2024, he was recognized as the Most Valuable Player for India, further highlighting his talent and contributions.

The dynamic duo of Gautam Gambhir and Suryakumar Yadav continues to leave their mark on cricket. Previously, Gambhir served as the captain and Suryakumar as the vice-captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), leading the team with their combined strategic acumen.

Now, in a twist of roles at the international level, Suryakumar is the captain of the Indian T20I team, with Gambhir stepping in as the coach. This enduring partnership promises to bring their proven synergy and leadership to the national stage.

Fans on Twitter had mixed reactions to Shubman Gill being named vice-captain of the India team for the Sri Lanka tour. Some were happy with the decision, while others were disappointed. Here are some of their reactions: