Former England cricketer Monty Panesar reacted to Axar Patel being named India's vice-captain for the T20 World Cup 2026, saying it's because head coach Gautam Gambhir likes all-rounders. "Gambhir prefers players who can contribute...with both batting and bowling," he said. Panesar added, "I think maybe if India don't win the T20 World Cup, then Axar will become the T20 captain."