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"BCCI and politics": Furious fans slam Indian board as Gill replaces Rohit as ODI captain

Sakshi Sharma

Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill (Source: AFP)Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill (Source: AFP)

In a significant decision, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has appointed 26-year-old Shubman Gill as the new captain of the ODI team for the upcoming series against Australia, replacing veteran Rohit Sharma.

The move was confirmed on Saturday (October 4, 2025), at the meeting led by Ajit Agarkar's selection committee, which is reportedly part of a long-term vision leading up to the 2027 ICC World Cup.

Shreyas Iyer has been named vice-captain, while Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli remain part of the ODI squad. Despite their continued presence in the team, the leadership reshuffle has sparked massive backlash online, with fans calling it a disrespectful and premature move against Rohit.

Having said this, in this article, let's take a look at the Twitter reactions from the fans based on Shubman Gill's appointment as the captain in the ODI format.

Fan fury across social media

Rohit Sharma to not lead India (Source:@Mayank Pandey,x.com)Rohit Sharma to not lead India (Source:@Mayank Pandey,x.com)

Rohit Sharma's legacy demands respect. After securing two ICC trophies, sidelining him for the 2025 Australia tour to push Shubman Gill is a disservice.

If the intention is to transition the captaincy, then allow the veteran to retire with the dignity his illustrious career deserves. A legend's departure should be celebrated, not managed poorly. #Cricket #RohitSharma #RohitSharma𓃵 @MayankP36121336

Rohit Sharma (Source:@jaydipsaid,x.com)Rohit Sharma (Source:@jaydipsaid,x.com)

BCCI and their captaincy politics yaarrrr....Shubman Gill over Rohit Sharma? Back then VIRAT now ROHIT.... 💔💔💔 Totally unfair!! @JAYDIP

#Cricket #TeamIndia #ViratKohli #RohitSharma #shubhmangill

Shubman Gill over Rohit (Source:@livvvv_333,x.com)Shubman Gill over Rohit (Source:@livvvv_333,x.com)

I will not say Rohit should have continued till the wc coz that depends on his fitness and all. So if the management thought that captaincy change is necessary Shreyas Iyer should've been preferred over Shubman Gill.@enna_bhaava_

Agarkar saying Rohit Sharma isn’t committed is like Gali cricket ka 12th man advising Kohli on fitness. @Hey_Sajan

#RohitSharma

Fans criticizing BCCI (Source:@Hey_Sajan,x.com) Fans criticizing BCCI (Source:@Hey_Sajan,x.com) 

Removing Rohit Sharma from captaincy isn’t just unfair it’s an insult to a legend of Indian cricket. Gautam Gambhir & Ajit Agarkar, how can you erase years of glory, sacrifice & leadership so quickly? Rohit Sharma gave everything to Indian cricket, built a fearless team, lifted trophies, and carried the nation’s hopes countless times. BCCI this isn’t just a decision, it’s disrespect. Legends like Rohit deserve honor, not humiliation. @IAmR0450

Rohit Sharma (Source:@IAmR0450)Rohit Sharma (Source:@IAmR0450)

Single match loss in LAST 3 ICC TOURNAMENTS

Still ROHIT SHARMA replaced by Gill , Utter disrespectfulness from @BCCI. Man who led the way for 2ICC trophies and the WC FINAL without a loss @BCCI ajit agarkar continues their bad management. @isaitejapatel

Fans criticize BCCI (Source:@isaitejapatel,x.com)Fans criticize BCCI (Source:@isaitejapatel,x.com)

The ODI series against Australia kicks off on October 19 at Optus Stadium in Perth, followed by two more ODIs and a five-match T20I series. With India preparing for the the 2027 ODI World Cup, the BCCI seems focused on grooming the next generation.

India’s ODI squad: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal.