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With reports suggesting Shubman Gill's return to the Indian T20I side for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, the debate over his adaptability in the shortest format has intensified. Gill, who last featured in T20Is in July 2021, had even served as vice-captain. However, with stiff competition at the top order, he has been sidelined in recent years.

Amid concerns that Gill may not fit into India's new aggressive T20 template, former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has come out in strong support of the young opener. "T20 is not just about big hitting. Gill has strong basics and, if he decides to attack, he can match anyone. Look at his IPL ...