Unbeatable duo: Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill make India's best opening pair in ODIs
1 month ago

Unbeatable duo: Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill make India's best opening pair in ODIs

India Today  

India started strong in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, winning consecutive matches against Bangladesh and Pakistan. While the bowlers and middle-order batsmen have contributed to these victories, the opening pair of captain Rohit Sharma and vice-captain Shubman Gill have captured the spotlight. THE RAPID RISE Right now, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill are the fourth most successful opening pair in ODIs in India. At the top of the list is the legendary pair of Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly, who scored 6,609 runs across 136 innings — the highest tally by any opening pair. However, what sets Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill apart is their astonishing average of 70.5 — the best amongst all top-five Indian opening pairs.

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Rohit Sharma Climbs ICC ODI Rankings Following CT 2025 Win, Virat Kohli Drops Down
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma Climbs ICC ODI Rankings Following CT 2025 Win, Virat Kohli Drops Down

ABP News  

India's Champions Trophy 2025 victory reflected in the latest ICC ODI Rankings, with skipper Rohit Sharma climbing two spots to reclaim his place among the top batters. Indian captain Rohit Sharma’s impactful 83-ball 76 in the Champions Trophy final against New Zealand has helped him climb a couple of spots to third in the latest ICC ODI batting rankings. Pakistan’s …

ICC ODI Rankings latest update after Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit Sharma climbs to third, Shubman Gill retains top spot
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

ICC ODI Rankings latest update after Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit Sharma climbs to third, Shubman Gill retains top spot

The Hindu  

India captain Rohit Sharma jumped two places to third in the latest ICC ODI batter rankings following his stellar performance in the Champions Trophy 2025 final, while teammate Shubman Gill held on to the top spot. The talismanic Virat Kohli, who amassed 218 runs in the eight-team ICC tournament, slipped one place to fifth, while Shreyas Iyer remained steady at …

Rohit Sharma beats Virat Kohli in ICC ODI rankings, closes gap with Babar Azam as Shubman Gill holds top spot
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma beats Virat Kohli in ICC ODI rankings, closes gap with Babar Azam as Shubman Gill holds top spot

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma jumped over teammate Virat Kohli and South Africa's Heinrich Klaasen to rise to the third spot in the ICC ODI rankings for batters, released Wednesday. Rohit, who was in the fifth spot, jumped two places to climb to the third spot on the back of his Player of the Match performance in the ICC Champions Trophy …

Rohit-Gill duo repeat Tendulkar-Ganguly's feat after 25 years in Champions Trophy final vs New Zealand
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Rohit-Gill duo repeat Tendulkar-Ganguly's feat after 25 years in Champions Trophy final vs New Zealand

India TV News  

Rohit-Gill duo repeat Tendulkar-Ganguly's feat after 25 years in Champions Trophy final vs New Zealand Star India batters Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill built a 105-run opening stand in the Champions Trophy final, and scripted history, repeating a 25-year-old feat. The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final saw India take on New Zealand. After a hiatus of 25 years, Gill and …

Shubman Gill nominated for ICC Player of the Month for February
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Shubman Gill nominated for ICC Player of the Month for February

The Hindu  

Riding on his superb performance in the ODI series against England last month, ace India top-order batter Shubman Gill has been nominated along with Australia's Steve Smith and New Zealand's Glenn Phillips for the ICC 'Player of the Month' for February. Gill, who is currently in Dubai with the Indian team for the ongoing Champions Trophy, scored 406 runs, averaging …

Shubman Gill nominated for ICC Player of the Month for February
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Shubman Gill nominated for ICC Player of the Month for February

The Hindu  

Star India batter Shubman Gill has been nominated for ICC Player of the Month along with Australia’s Steve Smith and New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips on Friday. Gill, who is currently part of India’s squad in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025, scored 406 runs at an average of 101.5 in the five ODIs he played in February. Australia’s stand-in skipper for …

Champions Trophy: Stage set for Gill, Ravindra to steal the limelight
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Champions Trophy: Stage set for Gill, Ravindra to steal the limelight

Hindustan Times  

Dubai: When India and New Zealand faced off in a Champions Trophy final for the first time in 2000, Shubman Gill and Rachin Ravindra were just about learning to crawl. The two of them bat a spot ahead of their respective idols and their team’s batting pillars - Virat Kohli for India and Kane Williamson for New Zealand. He’s one …

Shubman Gill vs Steve Smith in battle for ICC Player of the Month
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Shubman Gill vs Steve Smith in battle for ICC Player of the Month

India Today  

India’s young batting sensation Shubman Gill has been nominated for the ICC Player of the Month award for February, alongside Australia’s Steve Smith and New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips. His recent exploits include a brilliant century against Bangladesh in India’s tournament opener, further solidifying his credentials and creating a dependable opening pair for India with skipper Rohit Sharma. Champions Trophy: Full …

Shubman Gill gallops to 2500 ODI runs
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Shubman Gill gallops to 2500 ODI runs

The Hindu  

50The number of innings Shubman Gill needed to aggregate 2500 runs in his ODI career. Quickest to reach 2500 career runs in ODIs Inns M Batter Runs Ave. 100 50 HS Achieved on 50 50 Shubman Gill 2587 60.16 7 15 208 12 Feb 2025 51 52 Hashim Amla 2538 55.17 8 15 140 28 Oct 2011 52 52 Imam-ul-Haq …

Shubman Gill and the Pull Shot: A Statistical Breakdown of His ODI Success
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Shubman Gill and the Pull Shot: A Statistical Breakdown of His ODI Success

The Hindu  

From an auditory perspective, few shots match the sheer impact of a well-timed pull; the crisp crack of the bat is almost unmatched. In India’s 2025 Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh, Shubman Gill produced a stunning pull off Tanzim Hasan Sakib, dispatching it into the second tier of the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Beyond earning him aesthetic brownie points, his …

World No. 1 Shubman Gill extends gap with Babar Azam, Virat Kohli returns to top-five after century against Pakistan
1 month ago

World No. 1 Shubman Gill extends gap with Babar Azam, Virat Kohli returns to top-five after century against Pakistan

Firstpost  

Shubman Gill has strengthened his position as the No. 1 ranked ODI batter in the latest ICC rankings update, widening the gap between himself and Pakistan’s Babar Azam. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli has returned to the top five after his crucial century against Pakistan in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli, who smashed an unbeaten 100 against Pakistan …

Gill consolidates top spot in ICC ODI rankings, Kohli reenters top five
1 month ago

Gill consolidates top spot in ICC ODI rankings, Kohli reenters top five

The Hindu  

India opener Shubman Gill on Wednesday consolidated his position atop the ICC ODI Batting Rankings after playing a big role in his team's qualification for the semifinals of the Champions Trophy. New Zealand batters Will Young and Tom Latham have moved up after scoring centuries against Pakistan while Rachin Ravindra's ton against Bangladesh has lifted him 18 places to 24th. …

Latest ICC ODI Rankings: Shubman Gill consolidates top spot; Virat Kohli back in top-five
1 month ago

Latest ICC ODI Rankings: Shubman Gill consolidates top spot; Virat Kohli back in top-five

The Hindu  

India opener Shubman Gill on Wednesday consolidated his position atop the ICC ODI Batting Rankings after playing a big role in his team’s qualification for the semifinals of the Champions Trophy. Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 100 against Pakistan has helped him overtake Daryl Mitchell of New Zealand to fifth position while KL Rahul has moved up two places to 15th position …

Shubman Gill strengthens top position, Virat Kohli jumps in latest ODI rankings after ton vs Pakistan
1 month ago

Shubman Gill strengthens top position, Virat Kohli jumps in latest ODI rankings after ton vs Pakistan

India TV News  

Shubman Gill strengthens top position, Virat Kohli jumps in latest ODI rankings after ton vs Pakistan Indian players Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli have gained massive rating points in the latest ICC ODI rankings update. Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli have gained rating points in the latest ICC ODI rankings update for the batters. Meanwhile, Kohli jumped up one place …

‘Shubman Gill is trying to be next Virat Kohli’: Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez
1 month, 1 week ago

‘Shubman Gill is trying to be next Virat Kohli’: Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez

Hindustan Times  

On the eve of India's Champions Trophy 2025 opener against Bangladesh, captain Rohit Sharma said his deputy, Shubman Gill's ODI numbers "are crazy" and it was one of the primary reasons why he was elevated to the vice-captain's role in this format. India's Shubman Gill, left, and Virat Kohli In his maiden Champions Trophy appearance, Shubman Gill scored an unbeaten …

Shubman Gill's ton of purpose gives India confidence for Pakistan, New Zealand matches
1 month, 1 week ago

Shubman Gill's ton of purpose gives India confidence for Pakistan, New Zealand matches

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Shubman Gill has an invincibility cloak hung around his shoulder in ODIs these days. After taking a dominant avatar against England recently at home, Gill faced a different challenge against Bangladesh in India's Champions Trophy opener in Dubai on Thursday night. That uncharacteristically sedate outing carried a deeper meaning as it validated Gill's growing stature as India's all-weather batter …

Shubman Gill ascends new peak as ODI match-winner for India
1 month, 1 week ago

Shubman Gill ascends new peak as ODI match-winner for India

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: It was the fourth ball of the ninth over during India's chase against Bangladesh. Gill stood tall on his front foot, swiping across the line to send the ball into the midwicket stands of the Dubai International Stadium. If one had followed Gill's international career till this point, it would be a no-brainer to say that ODIs are his …

Shubman Gill smashes second consecutive ODI century during ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against Bangladesh
1 month, 1 week ago

Shubman Gill smashes second consecutive ODI century during ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against Bangladesh

The Hindu  

India opener Shubman Gill smashed his second consecutive One-Day International century during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against Bangladesh in Dubai on Thursday. Gill reached the three-figure mark in 125 balls and anchored India’s 229-run chase. After India lost Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel in quick succession, Gill’s unbeaten 87-run partnership with KL Rahul for the fifth …

Shubman Gill repays Rohit Sharma's faith, hits another ton as vice captain
1 month, 1 week ago

Shubman Gill repays Rohit Sharma's faith, hits another ton as vice captain

India Today  

Star India batter Shubman Gill continued his golden run as he slammed a match-winning century against Bangladesh in India’s opening game of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Thursday, February 20 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. The youngster continued his meteoric rise in ODIs as he repaid captain Rohit Sharma and the entire team management’s faith who appointed him …

Shubman Gill dethrones Babar Azam to become No.1 batter in ICC ODI rankings
1 month, 1 week ago

Shubman Gill dethrones Babar Azam to become No.1 batter in ICC ODI rankings

New Indian Express  

DUBAI: India vice-captain Shubman Gill on Wednesday dethroned Babar Azam of Pakistan from the No.1 spot in the ICC ODI Rankings for batters on the back of his strong show against England in the recent home series. "India right-hander Shubman Gill overtakes former Pakistan captain Babar Azam to become the top ranked ODI batter in the world," the ICC said. …

ICC ODI rankings: Shubman Gill gains one place to move to second, Rohit Sharma in third
1 month, 2 weeks ago

ICC ODI rankings: Shubman Gill gains one place to move to second, Rohit Sharma in third

The Hindu  

India opener Shubman Gill gained one place to move to the second spot in the latest ICC ODI rankings for batters, with his captain Rohit Sharma at the third spot on the back of timely centuries from both of them in the home series against England as they head into the Champions Trophy, beginning February 19. Fakhar Zaman, Kane Williamson, …

IND vs ENG: Shubman Gill's spectacular century in Ahmedabad a reassurance for India's batting ahead of Champions Trophy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG: Shubman Gill's spectacular century in Ahmedabad a reassurance for India's batting ahead of Champions Trophy

Firstpost  

Shubman Gill’s sublime century in the third ODI against England is a positive sign for Team India ahead of the 2025 Champions Trophy. In the third and final ODI against England at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, India’s vice-captain Shubman Gill showcased his class with a magnificent century, reaffirming his stature as one of the most promising young batters …

Shubman Gill hits hundred as India amass 356 in third ODI against England
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shubman Gill hits hundred as India amass 356 in third ODI against England

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IND vs ENG: Shubman Gill closes in on top spot in ODI batting rankings, smashes century during third ODI against England
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG: Shubman Gill closes in on top spot in ODI batting rankings, smashes century during third ODI against England

The Hindu  

Indian opener Shubman Gill smashed his seventh century in the format during the third and final One-Day International against England at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. Gill, who struck his third consecutive score of 50 runs or more in the format, closed in on the top spot in the latest ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings, just behind …

Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma breathing down Babar Azam's neck to snatch No.1 rankings; Virat Kohli drops two places
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma breathing down Babar Azam's neck to snatch No.1 rankings; Virat Kohli drops two places

Hindustan Times  

Shubman Gill rose to No.2 in the ICC ODI rankings for batters and is now breathing down Pakistan superstar Babar Azam's neck for the top spot. India captain Rohit Sharma, who smashed a sparkling century in the second ODI against England in Cuttack to take his overall tally to 32 and solidify his position among the all-time greats in this …

Shubman Gill becomes first Indian cricketer to achieve rare feat in international cricket
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shubman Gill becomes first Indian cricketer to achieve rare feat in international cricket

India TV News  

Shubman Gill has made history by becoming the first Indian cricketer to score a century in all three formats - Tests, ODIs, and T20Is - at the same venue, the Narendra Modi Stadium. Pakistan’s Babar Azam has a century in all three formats at the National Stadium in Karachi while Quinton de Kock did it in Centurion. Players Venues Faf …

ICC Rankings: In-form Shubman Gill closes in on No.1 ODI spot, Virat slips to No.6
1 month, 2 weeks ago

ICC Rankings: In-form Shubman Gill closes in on No.1 ODI spot, Virat slips to No.6

India Today  

India ODI vice-captain Shubman Gill closed in on the No.1 spot in the ICC ODI batting rankings on Wednesday, February 12. Shreyas joined Shubman, Rohit, and Virat Kohli in the top 10 in the ICC ODI batting rankings. India vs England: Shubman Gill's heroics Shreyas Iyer's rise comes on the back of a 30-ball fifty that he scored in the …

Shubman Gill completes 3-peat in Ahmedabad, joins Babar Azam in rare list
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shubman Gill completes 3-peat in Ahmedabad, joins Babar Azam in rare list

India Today  

India vice-captain Shubman Gill hit a stunning century against England at the Narendra Modi Stadium I Ahmedabad. Hundred at a venue in all three formats Faf du Plessis - Wanderers, Johannesburg David Warner - Adelaide Oval Babar Azam - National Stadium, Karachi Quinton de Kock - Supersport Park, Centurion Shubman Gill - Motera, Ahmedabad Gill's now has three 50+ scores …

Shubman Gill joins Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid and Virender Sehwag in elite list with century against England
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shubman Gill joins Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid and Virender Sehwag in elite list with century against England

India TV News  

Shubman Gill hit his seventh ODI century in the third match against England at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Captain Rohit Sharma departed early, scoring only one run, and the responsibility instantly fell on Gill, who has done well recently in limited-overs cricket. After Kohli departed ofr 52 runs, Shreyas Iyer joined him in the middle and the Mumbai batter …

Shubman Gill closes in Babar Azam's No.1 spot in updated ICC ODI batter rankings
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shubman Gill closes in Babar Azam's No.1 spot in updated ICC ODI batter rankings

India TV News  

Star India batter Shubman Gill has been in stellar form as of late. Taking on England in the ongoing three-game ODI series, Gill managed to amass 87 at Nagpur and 60 at Cuttack, helping the Men in Blue gain an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. 1 spot in the ICC men's ODI batter rankings. Star Pakistan batter Babar Azam …

Shubman Gill slams ton as India amass 356 vs England in third ODI
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shubman Gill slams ton as India amass 356 vs England in third ODI

New Indian Express  

AHMEDABAD: Shubman Gill led the way with a fluent 112 while Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer also cashed in on ideal conditions in their last outing before the Champions Trophy, helping India set a 357-run target for England in the third and final ODI here on Wednesday. Gill anchored India's innings en route to his seventh ODI ton — 112 …

What has made Shubman Gill a quality player: Kevin Pietersen explains
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What has made Shubman Gill a quality player: Kevin Pietersen explains

India Today  

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has highlighted a key technical adjustment in Shubman Gill’s batting, which he believes has transformed him into an elite player. Pietersen praised Gill’s approach against England’s top pacers, Jofra Archer and Mark Wood, noting the significant improvement in his technique and temperament during the ongoing ODI series. Speaking to Star Sports, Pietersen explained that Gill’s …

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI Highlights: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill Dazzle As India Steamroll England To Clinch ODI Series 2-0
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI Highlights: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill Dazzle As India Steamroll England To Clinch ODI Series 2-0

ABP News  

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI highlights: A captain’s knock from Rohit Sharma and a gritty 60 off 52 balls from Shubman Gill powered India to a thumping four-wicket victory over England in the second ODI at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, on Sunday. Rohit Sharma Shuts Down Critics With 32nd ODI Century Openers Phil Salt and Ben Duckett stitched an 81-run partnership …

‘If you want to tell me anything…’: Rohit Sharma confirms Shubman Gill's elevation as India's next ODI captain
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘If you want to tell me anything…’: Rohit Sharma confirms Shubman Gill's elevation as India's next ODI captain

Hindustan Times  

Shubman Gill had a dream start to his new journey as India's designated ODI vice-captain. The right-hander scored 87 off 96 balls to walk away with the Player of the Match award in India's four-wicket win over England in the first ODI at Nagpur on Thursday. India's Shubman Gill celebrates after scoring a half-century during the first one-day international against …

Shubman Gill roars back to form during IND vs ENG 1st ODI as Men in Blue start Champions Trophy preparations right
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shubman Gill roars back to form during IND vs ENG 1st ODI as Men in Blue start Champions Trophy preparations right

Live Mint  

Following a poor run with the bat in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Shubman Gill roared back to form with a brilliant 87 as India defeated England by four wickets in the first ODI to start their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 preparations in the right way in Nagpur on Thursday. Dropping to no.3 in the absence of Virat Kohli, who missed the …

Shubman Gill vindicates Ajit Agarkar's Champions Trophy call; roars back to form but narrowly misses century vs England
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shubman Gill vindicates Ajit Agarkar's Champions Trophy call; roars back to form but narrowly misses century vs England

Hindustan Times  

BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar's decision to name Shubman Gill as the vice-captain over Hardik Pandya for the Champions Trophy raised quite a few eyebrows after his forgettable campaign in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia. India's Shubman Gill plays a shot during the first One Day International cricket match between India and England at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, in …

IND vs ENG, 1st ODI: Rohit Sharma’s horrid run continues as India lose openers cheaply in chase of 249
1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG, 1st ODI: Rohit Sharma’s horrid run continues as India lose openers cheaply in chase of 249

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma’s poor form continued in the first ODI against England, as he was dismissed for just 2 runs. Image: AP India’s captain Rohit Sharma continues to struggle with the bat, as his poor form extended into the first ODI against England at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur. Rohit Sharma’s dismal form transcends formats Rohit Sharma’s struggles with …

Shubman Gill’s 87 leads India to four-wicket win over England in opening ODI
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shubman Gill’s 87 leads India to four-wicket win over England in opening ODI

Associated Press  

NAGPUR, India — Debutant Harshit Rana grabbed three wickets and vice-captain Shubman Gill hit 87 runs off 96 balls for India to beat England by four wickets in the first one-day international at VCA Stadium on Thursday. Iyer’s 59 runs and his 94-run partnership off 64 balls with Gill under-pinned India’s score. Gill added 108 runs off 107 balls with …

IND vs ENG 1st ODI: Vice-captain Shubman Gill shines in Virat Kohli's No.3 spot
1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 1st ODI: Vice-captain Shubman Gill shines in Virat Kohli's No.3 spot

India Today  

India vice-captain Shubman Gill made a strong statement with an incredible knock of 87 as he batted in Virat Kohli's spot during the Nagpur ODI against England. Gill was asked to come in at the No.3 spot after Kohli missed the match due to a right knee issue before the game. India vs England 1st ODI Updates Gill plays a …

India vs England: Shubman Gill says there's no 'toxic competition' between him, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

India vs England: Shubman Gill says there's no 'toxic competition' between him, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma

Firstpost  

India’s vicecaptain Shubman Gill on Tuesday defended their performance in the Test rubber loss in Australia, saying that one poor series does not define a team and that it is unfair to criticise a side after a rare bad outing. PTI India batter Shubman Gill has said that there’s no “toxic competition” between him, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma for …

India vs England: Shubman Gill says there's no 'toxic competition' between him, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India vs England: Shubman Gill says there's no 'toxic competition' between him, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma

Firstpost  

Shubman Gill has said that there’s no competition between him, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma. PTI India batter Shubman Gill has said that there’s no “toxic competition” between him, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma for a spot in the top-order in limited-overs cricket. ”You are playing for the country and for the team and whosoever performs you congratulate them,” Gill …

India vice-captain Shubman Gill eyes big turnaround in ODIs vs England
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India vice-captain Shubman Gill eyes big turnaround in ODIs vs England

New Indian Express  

From the time the Border-Gavaskar Trophy came to an end, one of the debates about the Indian team was how long before Yashasvi Jaiswal made the ODI team. For, India have their captain Rohit Sharma and vice-captain Shubman Gill at the top. Although there is no one questioning Rohit’s place in the ODI team at this point, Gill has come …

Shubman Gill ditches Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant sacrifice to 'bring out the best'; new India role awaits: 'Exciting…'
2 months ago

Shubman Gill ditches Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant sacrifice to 'bring out the best'; new India role awaits: 'Exciting…'

Hindustan Times  

An international season that began with great promise went steadily pear-shaped for Shubman Gill, his travails outside the sub-continent mercilessly exposed in the Test series in Australia. Punjab's captain Shubman Gill celebrates his century on the third day of a Ranji Trophy cricket match between Karnataka and Punjab, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, in Bengaluru Gill was one of several …

Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill among other Test stars fail on Ranji Trophy return
2 months ago

Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill among other Test stars fail on Ranji Trophy return

India TV News  

The second phase of Ranji Trophy season got underway today with India's Test stars including Rohit Sharma making the much-awaited return to domestic cricket. However, the joy of their favourite players playing was shortlived for the fans as none of India's Test stars managed to spend time in the middle. Rishabh Pant, playing for Delhi against Saurashtra, also managed to …

Shubman Gill to join Punjab Ranji Trophy side for Karnataka clash: Reports
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Shubman Gill to join Punjab Ranji Trophy side for Karnataka clash: Reports

India Today  

India’s talented batter Shubman Gill is set to make a return to domestic cricket, confirming his availability for Punjab in their sixth-round Ranji Trophy match against Karnataka. The move also allows him to collaborate with Punjab's head coach Wasim Jaffer, the highest run-scorer in Ranji history, whose wealth of experience could be instrumental in shaping Gill’s game ahead of critical …

Rohit Sharma expected to take India future call at 'appropriate time'; Kohli's England tour fate depends on Shubman Gill
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma expected to take India future call at 'appropriate time'; Kohli's England tour fate depends on Shubman Gill

Hindustan Times  

BCCI's selection committee, headed by Ajit Agarkar, met on Saturday in a Mumbai hotel to not only pick the T20I squad for the upcoming five-match home series against England, but also discuss the future of two senior batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, in the wake of the criticisms they faced after India's unprecedented whitewash at home by New Zealand …

Shubman Gill is highly overrated, India should pick Gaikwad or Sudharsan: Srikkanth
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Shubman Gill is highly overrated, India should pick Gaikwad or Sudharsan: Srikkanth

India Today  

Former India captain and chief selector Kris Srikkanth has slammed Shubman Gill for his poor performances outside Asia, labelling the Indian No. Srikkanth questioned the selectors for persisting with Gill for an extended period while denying similar opportunities to players like Suryakumar Yadav. "When Gill is getting such a long rope, some people might wonder why even players like Suryakumar …

‘Gill is overrated’: Srikkanth tears India star to shreds in fiery message to Agarkar, suggests 3 players for selection
2 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Gill is overrated’: Srikkanth tears India star to shreds in fiery message to Agarkar, suggests 3 players for selection

Hindustan Times  

Shubman Gill is currently under the spotlight, but not for the right reasons. Australia's Marnus Labuschagne and wicketkeeper Alex Carey react as India's Shubman Gill is dismissed during day one of the fifth cricket Test match. ‘Shubman Gill is an overrated cricketer’ Speaking on his YouTube channel, India legend and 1986 World Cup-winning player Kris Srikkanth, known for his outspoken …

Deciding on Rohit and Kohli’s future and other tough decisions India will have to make after underwhelming tour of Australia
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Deciding on Rohit and Kohli’s future and other tough decisions India will have to make after underwhelming tour of Australia

Firstpost  

With India losing six of their last seven Tests, suffering a 0-3 sweep against New Zealand at home before losing the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 1-3 in Australia, they will need to make some tough decisions if they are to start on a fresh note. With India suffering their first-ever whitewash in a home Test series comprising three or more matches, as …

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