The focus for Gautam Gambhir will be on the ICC Champions Trophy in 2025. Of course, the World Test Championship will also be important for him. For the ODI squad, while he will have to build for the event in 2025, he will also have an eye on the future, especially on the 2027 ODI World Cup. Anyways, his contract will surely be until the mega event in South Africa. Hence, Gambhir could make a few adjustments right after his appointment. On that note, here, we take a look at the list of two players Gautam Gambhir could bring back to the Indian ODI squad.
1) Venkatesh Iyer
A backup for Hardik Pandya is a must for both the white-ball formats. In South Africa, a pace-bowling all-rounder is a requirement. India cannot prepare for the event having Hardik as the only option in the squad. It is here that someone like Venky Iyer could be useful for the side.
He definitely has the skills to excel in the ODI format. As a left-hander, he will also be useful in the middle-order. Before that, he might have to work on his bowling skills, though. With the bat, he already seems to have the necessary skills to do well in ODIs.
2) K Khaleel Ahmed
K Khaleel Ahmed is one of the players Gautam Gambhir could bring back to the Indian ODI squad. Arshdeep Singh will be in contention to be a part of the ODI squad from the next series. However, a left-handed bowler is further needed as a backup and to give competition to Arshdeep.
Someone who can move the ball well is needed in South Africa. Khaleel would be an apt choice in this regard. He has the age to develop his skills more and be ready by the event. Hence, he is also a part of this list.
