Shubman Gill Urges BCCI To Hold 15-Day Red-Ball Camps Ahead Of Series | Reports

India Test captain Shubman Gill has reportedly urged the BCCI to organise 15-day red-ball camps before Test series to strengthen India’s WTC 2027 qualification campaign.

India Test captain Shubman Gill has proposed a structured preparation plan to improve India’s chances in the World Test Championship 2027 cycle. According to reports from the Times of India, Gill has suggested that the Board of Control for Cricket in India conduct 15-day red-ball camps before every Test series. He conveyed this view during recent interactions with selectors and board officials.

India had adequate build-up before last year’s England Tests, but other series offered little margin. Only four days separated the Asia Cup end on September 28, 2025, and the West Indies Tests starting October 2 in Ahmedabad. A six-day gap followed Australia’s T20Is ending November 8 before Tests against South Africa began November 14 in Kolkata. Gill wants longer camps to address such gaps.

“Gill was very clear that the team needed better preparation before going into a Test series. There was an issue with the itinerary this season where the team didn’t have much time to prepare. Gill recommended to the Board that it would be ideal if there were 15-day red-ball camps before a Test series,” a BCCI source told TOI.

“Gill is showing assertive qualities now. He is presenting his vision to the selectors and BCCI with a lot more clarity. It augurs well for Indian cricket, as there is a need for a strong captain after Rohit Sharma. The Test and ODI teams are Gill’s. It is important for him to have a bigger say,” the source added.

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India’s path to the World Test Championship 2027 final remains challenging. A 0-2 home series loss to South Africa in November 2025 damaged their standing in the 2025–27 cycle. India still remains in contention, but the margin for error is minimal. To reach the final, they must win at least 7 of their remaining 9 Tests.