Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan believes Shubman Gill is capable of meeting high expectations and could be the next Virat Kohli. Pathan noted Gill's increased average and authority after captaining India in England, and his subsequent ODI captaincy, as crucial development phases. Gill had a strong year in ODIs, contributing to India's Champions Trophy win, and notably amassed 754 runs in his first full Test tour of England as captain.