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Pant named Rest of India captain

98 sourcesUpdated 16 Sept 2026, 3:55 pm Coverage regionsIndia · Global · Delhi
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Rishabh Pant was left out of the ODI squad to face the West Indies.

He was instead named captain of the Rest of India team for the Irani Cup.

The Rest of India side will play Jammu and Kashmir in Srinagar.

India also announced a 15-member ODI squad for the home series against the West Indies.

Why it mattersPant’s appointment signals a major red-ball leadership role in a high-profile domestic final.
More context

Shubman Gill will captain India’s ODI side.

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are back in the ODI squad.

Naman Dhir and Auqib Nabi received their maiden ODI call-ups.

Reports also note that Rohit Sharma’s recent century has helped ease questions about his ODI future.

AGREEMENT VS DISAGREEMENT

What lines up. What splits.

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What coverage agrees on

Reporting broadly agrees that Pant was not included in the ODI squad and was named captain of the Rest of India team for the Irani Cup. It also agrees that India announced a separate ODI squad for the West Indies series.

What is changing or disputed

What may still shift is how Pant’s role is viewed alongside India’s wider squad decisions, since the reports also discuss other inclusions and selections. The significance of the ODI omissions and returns could be revised as more team updates emerge.

HOW COVERAGE DIFFERS

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Neutral reports say Rishabh Pant was left out of India’s ODI squad for the West Indies and named captain of the Rest of India team for the Irani Cup. They also note that India announced a 15-member ODI squad with Shubman Gill as captain. The reporting adds that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli returned to the ODI side, while Naman Dhir and Auqib Nabi earned maiden call-ups. One account also says Rohit Sharma’s recent century has eased concerns about his ODI future.

Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: India Today, Pragativadi
STORY TIMELINE

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India Today Neutral framing Provisional rating

Rishabh Pant ignored for ODI squad, named Rest of India captain for Irani Cup

Quick source take

India Today reports that wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been left out of the ODI squad to face the West Indies and has instead been named captain of the Rest of India team for the Irani Cup. The article outlines the 15-member Rest of India squad, noting that Pant will lead the side against Jammu and Kashmir in Srinagar. Additionally, the piece lists other squad members and mentions specific player statistics from the previous Ranji Trophy season.

sundayguardianlive.com Neutral framing Reported

India ODI Squad vs West Indies 2026: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Return; Naman Dhir, Auqib Nabi Get Maiden…

Quick source take

Sunday Guardian Live reports the announcement of India's 15-member ODI squad for the home series against the West Indies. The article highlights the return of veteran players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, alongside captain Shubman Gill. It also states that Naman Dhir and Auqib Nabi received their maiden ODI call-ups while detailing the dates and venues for the upcoming three-match series.

cricketnews.com Neutral framing Reported

Rohit Sharma picked for West Indies ODI series: Boost for former India captain's chances of making 2027 ODI…

Quick source take

This article from cricketnews.com reports on Rohit Sharma's inclusion in India's ODI squad for the upcoming series against the West Indies. The author details how Sharma's recent century against England helped quiet doubts about his future in the format. Furthermore, the piece notes that the BCCI evaluates his status on a series-by-series basis rather than committing to a long-term plan leading up to the 2027 World Cup.

Pragativadi Neutral framing Reported

Gill in charge, Iyer in command: India name squads for West Indies white-ball home series

Quick source take

The publication reports that the BCCI's Men's Selection Committee announced India's squads for the upcoming white-ball home series against the West Indies and the Irani Cup. Shubman Gill will captain the ODI side, while Shreyas Iyer will lead the T20I team, and Rishabh Pant will captain the Rest of India in the Irani Cup. The report outlines specific player inclusions, omissions, and match schedules spanning from late September to October. Additionally, it details minor squad updates regarding the Asian Games and the trip to Japan.

cricketnews.com Neutral framing Reported

'A star-studded series': Fans welcome Ruturaj Gaikwad's selection in the Indian team for the West Indies ODI…

Quick source take

The article reports on social media reactions surrounding Ruturaj Gaikwad's inclusion in India's ODI squad for the upcoming series against the West Indies. Fans expressed excitement and relief, viewing his return as a long-overdue opportunity to solidify his spot in the national team ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup. The author notes that Gaikwad's technical composure makes him a strong fit for the middle order. Furthermore, the report highlights additional commentary from supporters regarding his past performances and potential on-field partnerships.

thekashmirimages.com Neutral framing Reported

J&K’s Auqib Nabi earns maiden India ODI call-up for West Indies series

Quick source take

The source reports that Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi has earned his maiden call-up to the Indian ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against the West Indies. The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced the squads, noting that Nabi and Naman Dhir received maiden call-ups. The report mentions that senior players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are in the squad, while Hardik Pandya and Rishabh Pant were excluded. The series begins on September 27 in Thiruvananthapuram.

The Sunday Guardian Neutral framing Reported

India ODI Squad vs West Indies 2026: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Return; Naman Dhir, Auqib Nabi Get Maiden…

Quick source take

The publication reports that India named a fifteen-member squad for the upcoming three-member ODI series against the West Indies, featuring returns by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Naman Dhir and Auqib Nabi received maiden call-ups, and Nitish Kumar Reddy was withdrawn from the Asian Games squad to join the team. The report outlines that the series begins on September 27 in Thiruvananthapuram, followed by matches in Guwahati and New Chandigarh, alongside the announcement of the Rest of India team for the Irani Cup.

Free Press Journal Neutral framing Reported

Auqib Nabi, Naman Dhir Break Into India ODI Squad For West Indies Tour; Rishabh Pant Left Out

Quick source take

The article reports that Auqib Nabi and Naman Dhir received maiden ODI call-ups for the upcoming home series against the West Indies, while Rishabh Pant was left out of the squad. Pant's omission led to the inclusion of Dhruv Jurel, and Pant was instead named captain of the Rest of India team for the Irani Cup against Jammu and Kashmir. The report details the full squads for both the West Indies ODI series and the Irani Cup fixture, providing dates and venues for the matches.