Ricky Ponting has voiced his support for Shubman Gill following a heated exchange with England's openers during the third Test at Lord's. Ponting acknowledged Gill's uncharacteristic aggression, attributing it to his desire to assert himself as captain and defend his team. He drew comparisons to Virat Kohli's leadership style, noting the pressures of playing in England.
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