India dropped four chances after being asked to field first by New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

India batter Shubman Gill believes the current batting list for the Champions Trophy is the best in which he participated. Read only on CricTracker

During the pre-match press conference, Shubman Gill, the deputy of Rohit Sharma, was asked whether there had been any discussions regarding the retirement of the Indian skipper in the dressing room.

Gill has been crucial in providing India stable starts and is a key component of the top-order comprising Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

India’s star opener Shubman Gill has dismissed speculation surrounding Rohit Sharma’s retirement, stating that there have been no discussions within the team regarding the veteran batter’s future.

"There is no talk about retirement in the dressing room, now," Gill said during the pre-match press conference ahead of the Champions Trophy final against New Zealand on Sunday. Gill feels privileged to be a part of "best batting line-up" but said the depth in their order allows the top three to express themselves freely.

India's vice-captain Shubman Gill acknowledges the pressure of the ICC Champions Trophy final against New Zealand but stresses India's capability to m

Shubman Gill admits Team India turns to Virat Kohli in high-pressure games ahead of Champions Trophy final against New Zealand

All eyes will be on Rohit Sharma's captaincy future following the Champions Trophy final, where India face New Zealand.