Shubman Gill Press Conference | India Seal ODI Series 2-1 vs West Indies | KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma
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Shubman Gill Admits India Need to Fine-Tune Fielding and Death Bowling After West Indies Defeat
New Chandigarh, October 3, 2026: India captain Shubman Gill addressed the media at the New International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh, after India suffered a five-wicket defeat to West Indies in the third and final Muthoot FinCorp ODI. Despite the loss, India won the three-match series 2-1.
India posted an imposing 351/7 after being asked to bat, with Rohit Sharma scoring 92, Ruturaj Gaikwad making 57 and KL Rahul producing an unbeaten 129. However, West Indies chased down the target in 48.2 overs, with captain Shai Hope delivering a sensational unbeaten 162.
Gill Happy With Several Aspects
Gill said he was reasonably satisfied with India's overall performance during the series, but acknowledged that the team still has areas requiring improvement.
“A lot of boxes ticked,” Gill said, while stressing that there were still aspects that needed fine-tuning.
He felt India had the game under control for large periods of the final ODI, but the situation changed as West Indies accelerated towards the end of their chase.
Gill also pointed to the impact of being behind the required over rate and the conditions later in the innings, which made India's task more difficult.
Fielding Needs Improvement
One of the biggest concerns identified by the India captain was the team's fielding.
Gill revealed that India had dropped several catches during the three-match series and stressed that this cannot continue as the team builds towards the 2027 ODI World Cup.
He said India's fielding needs to be “top-notch” going forward, particularly with the World Cup approaching.
The captain's comments come after West Indies successfully chased 352 in New Chandigarh, recording their highest successful ODI run chase.
Death Bowling Another Area of Concern
Gill also identified death-overs bowling as an area where India need greater clarity.
According to the captain, there were moments when the team was uncertain whether to continue attacking or shift towards defensive bowling during the final overs.
He believes India need to develop clearer plans for different match situations, particularly when the opposition still has wickets in hand and the required run rate is manageable.
The defeat provided an important learning experience for India's bowling group, especially with several upcoming ODI assignments scheduled before the 2027 World Cup.
Why Kuldeep Yadav's Overs Were Held Back
Gill was also asked about his decision to hold back Kuldeep Yadav's remaining overs.
The India captain explained that there was uncertainty over the fitness of Gurnoor Brar, who had been affected by cramps. Gill wanted to ensure Kuldeep's remaining overs were available for the crucial final stages of the chase.
Kuldeep was viewed as a key wicket-taking option, making it important for India to retain his overs for the business end of the innings.
West Indies Produce Historic Chase
West Indies' victory was led by Shai Hope, who produced one of the finest ODI innings of his career.
Hope finished unbeaten on 162 from 143 deliveries and guided his team through the demanding chase. His innings helped West Indies complete their highest successful ODI chase and secure their first ODI victory over India since 2023.
Despite the defeat, Gill's side had already secured the series after winning the first two matches. Gill himself finished as the Player of the Series with 334 runs.
For India, the final ODI therefore served as both a setback and a valuable lesson, with Gill making it clear that fielding and death bowling remain two major areas that need attention before the team's next challenges.
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Bowling & fielding is only issue
if you have taken Aaqib then give him some games no point to bring Anshul.
How do you feel that India will produce good bowling talent when you only play the league & domestic on highways bowlers are there just to be thrashed howva spinner will try to flight the ball.When we go to Sena countries hamare batsmen wahan fail hu jaate hein kyuki wahan bounce zyada hu raha hai ya ball kuch harkat kar rahi hai so my question is why we only play on flat pitches..Tell me one centre where it suits the bowlers Old Mohali & Dharamshala use to be such pitches but now that also converted to batting paradise
Shubman Gill Press Conference | India Seal ODI Series 2-1 vs West Indies | KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma
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Shubman Gill Admits India Need to Fine-Tune Fielding and Death Bowling After West Indies Defeat
New Chandigarh, October 3, 2026: India captain Shubman Gill addressed the media at the New International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh, after India suffered a five-wicket defeat to West Indies in the third and final Muthoot FinCorp ODI. Despite the loss, India won the three-match series 2-1.
India posted an imposing 351/7 after being asked to bat, with Rohit Sharma scoring 92, Ruturaj Gaikwad making 57 and KL Rahul producing an unbeaten 129. However, West Indies chased down the target in 48.2 overs, with captain Shai Hope delivering a sensational unbeaten 162.
Gill Happy With Several Aspects
Gill said he was reasonably satisfied with India's overall performance during the series, but acknowledged that the team still has areas requiring improvement.
“A lot of boxes ticked,” Gill said, while stressing that there were still aspects that needed fine-tuning.
He felt India had the game under control for large periods of the final ODI, but the situation changed as West Indies accelerated towards the end of their chase.
Gill also pointed to the impact of being behind the required over rate and the conditions later in the innings, which made India's task more difficult.
Fielding Needs Improvement
One of the biggest concerns identified by the India captain was the team's fielding.
Gill revealed that India had dropped several catches during the three-match series and stressed that this cannot continue as the team builds towards the 2027 ODI World Cup.
He said India's fielding needs to be “top-notch” going forward, particularly with the World Cup approaching.
The captain's comments come after West Indies successfully chased 352 in New Chandigarh, recording their highest successful ODI run chase.
Death Bowling Another Area of Concern
Gill also identified death-overs bowling as an area where India need greater clarity.
According to the captain, there were moments when the team was uncertain whether to continue attacking or shift towards defensive bowling during the final overs.
He believes India need to develop clearer plans for different match situations, particularly when the opposition still has wickets in hand and the required run rate is manageable.
The defeat provided an important learning experience for India's bowling group, especially with several upcoming ODI assignments scheduled before the 2027 World Cup.
Why Kuldeep Yadav's Overs Were Held Back
Gill was also asked about his decision to hold back Kuldeep Yadav's remaining overs.
The India captain explained that there was uncertainty over the fitness of Gurnoor Brar, who had been affected by cramps. Gill wanted to ensure Kuldeep's remaining overs were available for the crucial final stages of the chase.
Kuldeep was viewed as a key wicket-taking option, making it important for India to retain his overs for the business end of the innings.
West Indies Produce Historic Chase
West Indies' victory was led by Shai Hope, who produced one of the finest ODI innings of his career.
Hope finished unbeaten on 162 from 143 deliveries and guided his team through the demanding chase. His innings helped West Indies complete their highest successful ODI chase and secure their first ODI victory over India since 2023.
Despite the defeat, Gill's side had already secured the series after winning the first two matches. Gill himself finished as the Player of the Series with 334 runs.
For India, the final ODI therefore served as both a setback and a valuable lesson, with Gill making it clear that fielding and death bowling remain two major areas that need attention before the team's next challenges.
#ShubmanGill #KLRahul #RohitSharma #ShaiHope