Mumbai, Nov. 4 -- Team India entered a crucial phase, especially in Tests and ODIs, with major assignments against New Zealand and Australia on the horizon and the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027 coming up next year.

Hence, the spotlight will be on captain Shubman Gill, who will be leading the national team in his first ICC tournament. Since being handed the reins in England last year, Gill has grown by leaps and bounds, with former India Test captain Ajinkya Rahane, who is currently part of the expert panel on Sony Sports Network during India's tour of New Zealand, being impressed with his development as a leader, according to a release.

Rahane believed Gill has carried the confidence from his current form, particularly in ODIs, where...