In a significant development for Indian cricket, Shubman Gill has been named the captain for the upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe. This decision has sparked a debate among fans and experts about the future of India's T20I captaincy, especially once the World Cup-winning members return to action.

While many believe Hardik Pandya, the current vice captain, is the obvious successor to Rohit Sharma, former India wicketkeeper and selector Saba Karim has shared his perspective on the matter.

In a recent interview with SportsNow, Saba Karim expressed his thoughts on the captaincy debate: "Potential yes but at this stage I think it's very early for the selectors to actually decide who can be the captain in the years to come. There are a number of aspirants, Hardik Pandya right now is the vice-captain and I think with Rohit's departure, it is more obvious that Pandya will take up the reins."

"But yes, I think the Indian selectors have always looked at Shubman Gill as an all-format player and they feel he does have the required leadership skills to take the team forward, that is why this Zimbabwe series will be quite exciting for Gill not as a batter but also as a captain," he further added.

Also speaking on replacements for Kohli, Rohit and Ravindra Jadeja, Karim said, "I think most of them are suited to this, I think international cricket is a different challenge altogether. I think all such cricketers who are in the fray if they can prepare well and execute the plans of the management, I'm sure they will take time," he said.

"There are so many hopefuls, be it Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Yashasvi Jaiswal, or Abhishek Sharma, there are 3-4 slots open right now, two openers plus number 3. All three-four names, I have taken can stake a claim," he added.