‘3 openers were…’: Rathour passes verdict on Gill's 'proposal' after 1st WI Test

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'3 openers were supposed to play': Vikram Rathour passes verdict on Shubman Gill's 'proposal' after 1st Test vs WI..

Shubman Gill replaced Cheteshwar Pujara as India's new No.3 in the Indian Test side for the West Indies series...

After successfully auditioning for the role of an opener across all formats, in-form Shubman Gill opted to throw his hat in the ring for the No.3 batting spot in the Indian Test side..

Speaking at a press conference in the lead-up to the first Test between India and West Indies, India skipper Rohit confirmed that youngster Gill will replace Pujara as India's new No.3 batter in its star-studded lineup..

Speaking to reporters after India's massive win over the West Indies in the 1st Test, Indian batting coach Vikram Rathour extended his support to superstar Gill, who would look to make amends in the series decider...

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