The decision to reintegrate Shubman Gill, the Test and ODI vice-captain, into the 20-over setup backfired spectacularly with Suryakumar’s designated deputy failing to touch fifty in 15 innings since his recall after a 13-month absence for the Asia Cup

India’s last T20I of the year offers struggling skipper Suryakumar Yadav an opportunity to rediscover rhythm and confidence as hosts eye 3-1 series win over South Africa in Ahmedabad tonight