Indian cricketer Shubman Gill has publicly responded to his exclusion from the national squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Speaking at a press conference ahead of India's One-Day International (ODI) series against New Zealand, Gill adopted a philosophical stance, stating his belief that he is "where I am supposed to be" and that "whatever is written in my destiny, I will have it." He also affirmed his respect for the selectors' decision and extended his best wishes to the team for the tournament. Gill's omission from the 15-member squad, which was announced recently (around December 2025), has been a significant talking point in Indian cricket circles. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar, along with captain Suryakumar Yadav, explained that the decision was based on team combinations, particularly the preference for wicketkeeper-batters at the top of the order, and Gill's recent dip in form in the shortest format. Reports indicate that Gill struggled in his last 15 T20 Internationals, failing to score a single half-century. The T20 World Cup 2026 is slated to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8, 2026. India is placed in Group A and will commence its campaign against the USA on February 7 at the Wankhede Stadium. Despite this setback in T20Is, Gill remains a key player for India in Test and ODI formats, where he holds leadership responsibilities.