With Shubman Gill taking charge of the Test team, Indian cricket is entering a new era, and the young opener is getting tremendous support from cricket legends Gary Kirsten and Matthew Hayden. Both former international players have witnessed enough of the 25-year-old to be confident that he has the necessary skills to captain India in the sport's toughest format.

Gill-led Gujarat Titans in the IPL were under the guidance of Kirsten, who had nothing but praise for the young captain's demeanor, intellect, and personality. "In my opinion, Shubman will make a fantastic leader. Kirsten told JioHotstar, "He's an intelligent cricketer; he knows the game well and understands his own game well. "He's very gifted and a nice human being, which I think is really important."

Kirsten claims that there are unique stresses associated with moving into a leadership role, especially on the international stage, and that a young player's reaction to those difficulties frequently determines their path. "You're going to be under pressure when you enter these leadership positions, and your leadership will be put to the test. Your capacity for learning, development, and improvement is always being watched, he said. "But I believe he has all the raw materials to become a really good leader."

Additionally, Kirsten complimented Gill's dedication to his work and professionalism. According to the former India coach, who led the national team to World Cup victory in 2011, Gill is someone who "walks the talk," based on his observations of them during their time in the IPL. "He's very organized, very diligent with his training and preparation, and that sets a great example for other players. I think he's primed to take on the international stage by storm," the coach added.

When it comes to Shubman Gill, Hayden is cautious

Matthew Hayden, a former Australian opener, took a somewhat cautious stance in supporting Gill's promise. He stated that Gill would undoubtedly encounter difficulties as the captain of India's Test team. "He will have to find his footing in Test match cricket. Hayden recognized the challenge of leading in a foreign country, noting that his experience in England has been limited to a very small sample size.

Reminding supporters of the legacy Gill is inheriting, Hayden was quick to temper expectations. "For example, Virat Kohli has the highest Test captain win rate in India, so it's not fair to compare. It takes time to establish a legacy," he said.

The giant Australian, though, had high hopes for Gill's future. "Shubman is a very good player, and he possesses all the qualities necessary to thrive in English conditions. We have seen evidence of his leadership on other teams, and it is clear that he has the potential to develop in the role.

As Shubman Gill starts his tenure as India's Test captain, a position that is highly respected, anticipated, and holds the potential for a new chapter in Indian cricket, the cricketing community will be paying attention as he begins his journey. Two titans of the sport have given him glowing recommendations.

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