Why Prithvi Shaw and not Gill? Wasim Jaffer spells out - cricket news - sportstar
4 years ago

Why Prithvi Shaw and not Gill? Wasim Jaffer spells out - cricket news - sportstar

The Hindu  

Prithvi Shaw has lost quite a bit of hair since the last time he was in Australia. When he was recovering from the injury, a failed dope test report resulted in an eight-month ban from The Board of Control for Cricket in India. READ | Former India batsman Wasim Jaffer, who was part of Anil Kumble’s touring party in 2007-08, feels Shaw perhaps got the nod ahead of Gill for experience. And he is one of those players who has got a hundred in Test cricket,” Jaffer told Sportstar on the eve of the Adelaide Test. Even Shubman is a quality player,” added Jaffer, who has two Test double hundreds as an opener.Shaw scored 0, 19, 40 and 3 in the tour games while Gill made 43 and a 65 in the pink ball warm-up game.

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‘Gill is overrated’: Srikkanth tears India star to shreds in fiery message to Agarkar, suggests 3 players for selection
3 days, 2 hours 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 …

‘They booted Shubman Gill out…’: Australia great Mark Waugh perplexed by India's decision in Melbourne
2 weeks ago

‘They booted Shubman Gill out…’: Australia great Mark Waugh perplexed by India's decision in Melbourne

Hindustan Times  

It is fair to state that Shubman Gill's axing from the fourth India and Australia Test match at the MCG in Melbourne raised a few eyebrows. Former India head coach Ravi Shastri and former batter Sanjay Manjrekar did not agree with India's decision to replace Gill with Sundar in the Boxing Day Test but none was more perplexed than former …

AUS vs IND: Ricky Ponting explains how Shubman Gill can improve his overseas record
2 weeks, 2 days ago

AUS vs IND: Ricky Ponting explains how Shubman Gill can improve his overseas record

India Today  

Australia legend Ricky Ponting has weighed in on India opener Shubman Gill's poor overseas Test record, explaining how the Indian batter could improve his performances in challenging conditions like Australia. Citing Gill's recent outings in Australia, he said, "I watched him a little bit in Adelaide, and it almost looked like he changed things up too much. With India set …

IND vs AUS: Dinesh Karthik raises concern about Shubman Gill's major technical flaw
2 weeks, 3 days ago

IND vs AUS: Dinesh Karthik raises concern about Shubman Gill's major technical flaw

India Today  

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik feels Shubman Gill has a major technical flaw in his batting. Commenting on Shubman's woeful form away from home, Karthik said that Gill is confused about his approach to batting in India vs batting in overseas conditions. Dinesh Karthik believes that Shubman Gill's trigger of getting on the front foot and pushing at the ball …

‘He Is His Own Enemy’: Prithvi Shaw Faces Backlash From MCA Over Fitness & Discipline Issues
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

‘He Is His Own Enemy’: Prithvi Shaw Faces Backlash From MCA Over Fitness & Discipline Issues

ABP News  

Mumbai: The Mumbai Cricket Association has brushed aside Prithvi Shaw's emotional outburst after his exclusion from the Vijay Hazare Trophy squad, asserting that the temperamental batter has flouted disciplinary norms regularly and is "his own enemy". Shaw had expressed his frustration at not being picked in the 16-member squad for the Vijay Hazare Trophy in a viral social media post …

'Tell me God, what more do I...': Prithvi Shaw's heartbreaking 'I'm not good enough' reaction after Vijay Hazare axe
3 weeks, 2 days ago

'Tell me God, what more do I...': Prithvi Shaw's heartbreaking 'I'm not good enough' reaction after Vijay Hazare axe

Hindustan Times  

Prithvi Shaw, who was dropped from Mumbai's squad for the first three matches of the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy, reacted to his omission on Tuesday evening. Questioning his absence from the team, Prithvi Shaw shared his List-A stats, sarcastically remarking that even with such good numbers, he is "not good enough." Prithvi Shaw reacts to being axed from Mumbai's squad …

Heartbroken Prithvi Shaw says ‘I’m not good enough’ after Vijay Hazare Trophy snub, asks ’Tell me God, what more…’
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Heartbroken Prithvi Shaw says ‘I’m not good enough’ after Vijay Hazare Trophy snub, asks ’Tell me God, what more…’

Live Mint  

Prithvi Shaw expressed his disappointment and vowed to come back after the batter was dropped from Mumbai's Vijay Hazare Trophy squad for at least the first three games, which was announced on Tuesday. Notably, Shaw was the part of Mumbai squad that won the recently-concluded Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, beating Madhya Pradesh in the final. Reacting to the snub, Prithvi …

'If your scores are like this and you bat at No. 3 for India...': Shubman Gill's scary stat pointed out by ex-opener
3 weeks, 2 days ago

'If your scores are like this and you bat at No. 3 for India...': Shubman Gill's scary stat pointed out by ex-opener

Hindustan Times  

Shubman Gill registered another low score in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy with a flop show in the first innings of the Brisbane Test. India's Shubman Gill walks back to the pavilion after losing his wicket, caught out by Australia's Mitchell Marsh off the bowling of Mitchell Starc. Former India opener Aakash Chopra pointed out Shubman's underwhelming numbers outside Asia in …

Prithvi Shaw reacts to Vijay Hazare snub: Tell me god, what more do I have to see
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Prithvi Shaw reacts to Vijay Hazare snub: Tell me god, what more do I have to see

India Today  

Prithvi Shaw broke his silence after being left out of Mumbai's Vijay Hazare Trophy squad. Prithvi Shaw's Instagram story The young batter was part of Mumbai's recent Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy-winning campaign but struggled with the bat. Prithvi Shaw’s struggles continued as he managed just 10 runs in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final against Madhya Pradesh in Bengaluru. Despite …

Mumbai star Prithvi Shaw smashes rapid 49 days after going unsold in IPL auction
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Mumbai star Prithvi Shaw smashes rapid 49 days after going unsold in IPL auction

India Today  

Prithvi Shaw showed glimpses of returning to form with a blistering 49 in the quarter-final of the Syed Mushataq Ali Trophy for Mumbai against Vidarbha. Prithvi was at his brutal best with the bat, leading Mumbai's chase of 222 in the quarter-final match at the Alur Cricket Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday, December 11. Prithvi Shaw and Ajinkya Rahane added …

Prithvi Shaw’s family background comes to light after IPL auction snub, childhood coach says ‘fame, money…’
1 month ago

Prithvi Shaw’s family background comes to light after IPL auction snub, childhood coach says ‘fame, money…’

Live Mint  

Ever since Prithvi Shaw went unsold in the Indian Premier League auction last month, the Mumbai batter has been in the news for all the negative reasons. If the former cricketers are pulling up the youngster for not paying attention to the stalwarts of the game, his childhood coach revealed Shaw is spending more time with a group outside cricket …

Prithvi Shaw’s inner circle blamed for downfall, MLA alleges people are taking him for a ride: ‘Yahan wahan ghoomate…'
1 month ago

Prithvi Shaw’s inner circle blamed for downfall, MLA alleges people are taking him for a ride: ‘Yahan wahan ghoomate…'

Hindustan Times  

There is no doubting Prithvi Shaw but not many can make sense of what went wrong with the talented right-handed batter who was once dubbed as a 'generational talent'. He also said that the people near Shaw are taking him for a ride and are not at all concerned with the hard work the cricketer needs to do to make …

Prithvi Shaw told to shed '7-10 kgs' else 'future in cricket uncertain': 'Almost every domestic spinner has got him out'
1 month ago

Prithvi Shaw told to shed '7-10 kgs' else 'future in cricket uncertain': 'Almost every domestic spinner has got him out'

Hindustan Times  

A series of unfortunate episodes over the last few weeks saw Prithvi Shaw hit another low as his career continued to take a downward spiral reminiscent of that of Vinod Kambli. But former national selector Jatin Paranjape is not yet ready to label it as a "doomsday scenario" for the former India U-19 World Cup-winning captain, as he reckoned Shaw …

Shane Watson backs Prithvi Shaw to come good despite India batter's struggles: 'Such a precocious talent'
1 month ago

Shane Watson backs Prithvi Shaw to come good despite India batter's struggles: 'Such a precocious talent'

Firstpost  

Shane Watson has backed struggling India batter Prithvi Shaw to make a successful comeback and agreed with former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen that Shaw has to stay off social media. After Kevin Pietersen, former Australia cricketer Shane Watson has shared words of support for struggling India batter Prithvi Shaw and termed the youngster as a “precocious talent”. If Prithvi Shaw …

Not a point of no return for Prithvi Shaw as he has age on his side: Former national selector Jatin Paranjape
1 month ago

Not a point of no return for Prithvi Shaw as he has age on his side: Former national selector Jatin Paranjape

The Hindu  

Yes, he lost his place in Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy squad. According to me, there are three most talented batters in the country today: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Prithvi Shaw, and Sanju Samson. Prithvi is in the top three talented young players in the country today. If I were Prithvi, I would quickly evaluate and conclude that fitness is a major missing piece …

Prithvi Shaw gets a vote of confidence from ex-Delhi Capitals coach: ‘He is such a precocious talent and…’
1 month ago

Prithvi Shaw gets a vote of confidence from ex-Delhi Capitals coach: ‘He is such a precocious talent and…’

Hindustan Times  

Veteran Australia all-rounder Shane Watson has now come in support of Prithvi Shaw and asked him to follow Kevin Pietersen's advice about quitting social media and work on his fitness. Watson, who has worked with Shaw in the past at Delhi Capitals, called him a precious talent who has the potential to become one of Indian cricket's biggest heroes if …

Prithvi Shaw's woeful run continues, dismissed for another duck days after going unsold at IPL 2025 auction
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1 month ago

Prithvi Shaw's woeful run continues, dismissed for another duck days after going unsold at IPL 2025 auction

Hindustan Times  

Prithvi Shaw's struggle continued on Tuesday as the Mumbai batter incurred a second dismissal for a duck in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy tournament in the match against Services at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, days after he went unsold at the IPL 2025 mega auction. Prithvi Shaw suffered his second dismissal for duck in Syed Mushtaq …

Look up to someone like Virat Kohli: Harbhajan's advice to Prithvi Shaw
1 month ago

Look up to someone like Virat Kohli: Harbhajan's advice to Prithvi Shaw

India Today  

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has advised Prithvi Shaw to look up to Virat Kohli when it comes to fitness, as the former Delhi Capitals batter went unsold in the IPL 2025 Auction. "I don't know what happened, but whatever did, I feel this is something Prithvi Shaw will need to take stock of and decide how to approach his …

Shubman Gill should wait, Dhruv Jurel in Adelaide Playing XI: Harbhajan Singh
1 month ago

Shubman Gill should wait, Dhruv Jurel in Adelaide Playing XI: Harbhajan Singh

India Today  

Former spinner Harbhajan Singh feels that Shubman Gill will have to wait for his chance and urged the team management to stick with Dhruv Jurel for the Adelaide Test. The former spinner felt that Gill would have to make way for Rohit at No.3. Shubman Gill, I guess, will have to make way for captain Rohit Sharma at No.3 and …

Prithvi Shaw's involvement in 'groups outside cricket' breaks coach's heart': Everything but his game witnessed a rise'
1 month, 1 week ago

Prithvi Shaw's involvement in 'groups outside cricket' breaks coach's heart': Everything but his game witnessed a rise'

Hindustan Times  

Amid claims that Prithvi Shaw made ₹30 to 40 crore by the age of 23, the youngster's first coach, Santosh Pingutkar, is sad to see how things have transpired for the player once called India's 'next Sachin Tendulkar'. Top 15 buys at IPL 2025 Auction Share Via Copy Link Rishabh Pant ₹ 27 Cr DC LSG Total Match 111 Total …

Gill makes triumphant return from injury as India stick with Rahul-Jaiswal opening pair in pink-ball practice game
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1 month, 1 week ago

Gill makes triumphant return from injury as India stick with Rahul-Jaiswal opening pair in pink-ball practice game

Firstpost  

Shubman Gill produced a sparkling half-century after recovering from a thumb injury that forced him to miss the Perth Test as the Indians opted to stick with the KL Rahul-Yashasvi Jaiswal opening combination for the pink-ball tour game against the Australian Prime Minister’s XI. Image credit: BCCI India’s two-day tour match against the Australian Prime Minister’s XI in Canberra came …

Prithvi Shaw's self-destruction worse than Vinod Kambli as India's 'next Tendulkar' stands deserted after IPL snub
1 month, 1 week ago

Prithvi Shaw's self-destruction worse than Vinod Kambli as India's 'next Tendulkar' stands deserted after IPL snub

Hindustan Times  

It’s January of 2018, midway through India’s campaign at the Under-19 World Cup in New Zealand. Prithvi Shaw didn't find any buyers in IPL 2025 Auction Dravid had been coach of the India Under-19 and India ‘A’ sides since 2015, had handheld the young lads and made them battle ready. Maybe he took his talent for granted – how he …

AUS vs IND: Shubman Gill warms up for Adelaide Test with brisk fifty vs PM XI
1 month, 1 week ago

AUS vs IND: Shubman Gill warms up for Adelaide Test with brisk fifty vs PM XI

India Today  

Shubman Gill scored a brisk fifty in India’s warm-up match against the Prime Minister's XI at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. The 25-year-old Gill missed the first Test against Australia due to a thumb injury that he sustained in a match simulation at the WACA before the series opener. India vs Prime Minister's XI Day 2 Updates He came to …

Watch: Shubman Gill vs Abhishek Nayar in fun fielding-drill before Adelaide Test
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1 month, 1 week ago

Watch: Shubman Gill vs Abhishek Nayar in fun fielding-drill before Adelaide Test

India Today  

India batter Shubman Gill, who missed the Perth Test against Australia due to a thumb fracture, has returned to training with the Indian Test squad ahead of the crucial Day-Night Test in Adelaide. A video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India showcased Gill engaging in a lively fielding drill alongside batting coach Abhishek Nayar, fueling speculation …

Shubman Gill 'looking comfortable batting', says assistant coach Abhishek Nayar as Indian No 3 returns to nets
1 month, 1 week ago

Shubman Gill 'looking comfortable batting', says assistant coach Abhishek Nayar as Indian No 3 returns to nets

Firstpost  

Gill returned to the nets for the first time since suffering a thumb injury in Perth that forced him to miss the series opener against Australia, and is expected to be declared fit for the second Test in Adelaide next week. India top-order batter Shubman Gill returned to the nets for the first time since suffering a thumb fracture that …

'He earned INR 30-40 crore by age of 23. Even an IIM graduate doesn't...': Prithvi Shaw given Vinod Kambli's example
1 month, 1 week ago

'He earned INR 30-40 crore by age of 23. Even an IIM graduate doesn't...': Prithvi Shaw given Vinod Kambli's example

Hindustan Times  

The fact that Prithvi Shaw didn't find a single taker at the IPL 2025 mega auction continues to draw reactions. Prithvi Shaw seems to be going the Vinod Kambli way Shaw recently bought a penthouse in Bandra, one of Mumbai's poshest localities. Shaw was given former India cricketer Vinod Kambli's example – of what not to do – but Amre …

Shubman Gill returns to nets after recovering from thumb injury
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1 month, 1 week ago

Shubman Gill returns to nets after recovering from thumb injury

New Indian Express  

CANBERRA: Shubman Gill returned to the India nets on Friday, showing enough signs of a full recovery from a thumb injury that ruled him out of the series opener against Australia in Perth. Gill's absence was not felt in Perth as India won the game by 295 runs but considering his impressive run on the previous tour, the visitors need …

First Sports: Prithvi Shaw's 'shameful' IPL snub latest blow for 'next Sachin'?
1 month, 1 week ago

First Sports: Prithvi Shaw's 'shameful' IPL snub latest blow for 'next Sachin'?

Firstpost  

Prithvi Shaw failing to land a single bid at the IPL Auction 2025 was not the first blow to the 25-year-old cricketer who has lost his spot in the Indian cricket team and was also recently dropped from Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy squad. Vaibhav Suryavanshi at only 13 landed a Rs 1.10 crore with the Indian Premier League side Rajasthan Royals …

IND vs AUS 2nd Test: Shubman Gill may miss another match; no rush to send Mohammed Shami to Australia
1 month, 1 week ago

IND vs AUS 2nd Test: Shubman Gill may miss another match; no rush to send Mohammed Shami to Australia

Firstpost  

While Team India management is in no hurry to rush Mohammed Shami back into the squad, they could be without Shubman Gill in the Adelaide Test against Australia as he has reportedly not yet recovered from the thumb injury. Team India it seems will be without the services of Shubman Gill even in the second Test against Australia, which will …

Prithvi Shaw is as talented a player as I ever worked with: Ricky Ponting
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1 month, 1 week ago

Prithvi Shaw is as talented a player as I ever worked with: Ricky Ponting

India Today  

Punjab Kings coach Ricky Ponting reacted to Prithvi Shaw going unsold in the IPL 2025 auction. Shaw failed to attract any bids at the IPL 2025 mega auction, held at Jeddah on November 24 and 25. Shaw goes unsold in auction Shaw was bought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 1.2 crore in the IPL 2018 auction and has been associated …

Did Prithvi Shaw ignored Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly? Ex-BCCI selector makes bold claims
1 month, 1 week ago

Did Prithvi Shaw ignored Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly? Ex-BCCI selector makes bold claims

Live Mint  

There s no dearth of cricketing talent in India. Prithvi Shaw broke into the scene when he led India to their 2018 U-19 World Cup title in New Zealand under the coaching of great Rahul Dravid. Touted as the next Sachin Tendulkar in the making, Shaw represented India in 12 matches before controversies became his long-time partner. A former BCCI …

'Tendulkar has also spoken to him. Are these legends fools?': Prithvi Shaw accused of ignoring Sachin, Dravid, Ganguly
1 month, 1 week ago

'Tendulkar has also spoken to him. Are these legends fools?': Prithvi Shaw accused of ignoring Sachin, Dravid, Ganguly

Hindustan Times  

Having made an impression straightaway with a century on Test debut for India six years ago, Prithvi Shaw's fortunes have swung the entire arc. Released by Delhi Capitals ahead of the IPL retentions, Shaw was ignored by all 10 franchises not once, but twice during the IPL mega-auction 2025, which spread across two days. Prithvi Shaw went unsold at the …

Mohammed Kaif blasts Prithvi Shaw after India star goes unsold in IPL auction, says ’it’s a matter of embarrassment’
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mohammed Kaif blasts Prithvi Shaw after India star goes unsold in IPL auction, says ’it’s a matter of embarrassment’

Live Mint  

Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif minced no words in blasting Prithvi Shaw after the latter found no bidders in the two-day IPL 2025 mega auction that culminated in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Monday. The former Delhi Capitals opener, who was once touted as the next big thing in Indian cricket, went under the hammer on the second day of auction, …

Why is Shubman Gill not playing 1st Test against Australia in Perth? BCCI provides update
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why is Shubman Gill not playing 1st Test against Australia in Perth? BCCI provides update

India TV News  

India handed a couple of debuts on the morning of the first Test of the five-match series in Perth against Australia. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana became India's Test players No 315 and 316 with the team management putting their faith in the bowling all-rounders in the Australian conditions. However, those were not the only surprising picks as India …

Gill's injury a jolt, Reddy can be tried in Perth and Brisbane: Ganguly
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Gill's injury a jolt, Reddy can be tried in Perth and Brisbane: Ganguly

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Shubman Gill's thumb fracture is certainly a "jolt" for India ahead of the series opener against Australia but former captain Sourav Ganguly firmly believes the team has the quality and mental fortitude to overcome the recent shock loss at home in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy starting in Perth from Friday. I don't think New Zealand defeat would have any …

Gill fractures thumb, doubtful for first Test
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Gill fractures thumb, doubtful for first Test

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: In a major blow to India’s hopes of fielding a settled batting combination for the first Test against Australia starting in Perth on November 22, in-form batter Shubman Gill injured his left thumb on the second day of India’s intra-squad practice match at the WACA ground. Gill’s absence is particularly a blow for India as skipper Rohit Sharma is …

Shubman Gill doubtful for India’s first Test against Australia in Perth? Here’s what reports say
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shubman Gill doubtful for India’s first Test against Australia in Perth? Here’s what reports say

Live Mint  

In another injury scare for the Indian team, Shubman Gill has injured his finger while fielding at the slips while playing against India A on Day 2 of the match simulation on Saturday. With the first Test still six days to go, the BCCI ill have ample time to monitor Shubman Gill before the first Test starts on November 22. …

Gill fractures thumb, likely ruled out of first test of Border-Gavaskar Trophy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Gill fractures thumb, likely ruled out of first test of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi/Perth: India were dealt a telling blow on Saturday after star top-order batter Shubman Gill sustained a left thumb fracture which is likely to rule him out of the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Optus Stadium in Perth, starting November 22. Gill, one of the young heroes of India's last Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph, is a batting …

Prithvi Shaw takes immediate action after receiving Greg Chappell's motivational letter; spends half an hour doing...
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2 months ago

Prithvi Shaw takes immediate action after receiving Greg Chappell's motivational letter; spends half an hour doing...

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai opening batter Prithvi Shaw has lost his place in the Ranji Trophy squad, however, the omission has gotten the right-handed batter to work upon his fitness. As Mumbai are playing against Odisha in the Elite Group A Ranji Trophy match, Prithvi Shaw has bee ultilising his time by running on a track near the MCA-BKC ground in Mumbai. Earlier, …

Prithvi Shaw receives unexpected letter from Greg Chappell all the way from Australia: 'Even legends like Don Bradman…'
2 months ago

Prithvi Shaw receives unexpected letter from Greg Chappell all the way from Australia: 'Even legends like Don Bradman…'

Hindustan Times  

Struggling for form and fitness, Prithvi Shaw has found an unexpected ally in Greg Chappell. Chappell, the former Australia captain and coach of the Indian cricket team, wrote a letter of intent to Shaw, urging him to keep his chin up during these difficult times. Prithvi Shaw's downfall is unreal In his letter to Shaw, Chappell emphasised the positives of …

Greg Chappell pens letter to struggling Prithvi Shaw: 'Don't hesitate to reach out'
2 months ago

Greg Chappell pens letter to struggling Prithvi Shaw: 'Don't hesitate to reach out'

India Today  

Legendary Australian cricketer and former India coach Greg Chappell has written to Prithvi Shaw, urging him to move past recent setbacks and rekindle his determination to play for India. The letter from Chappell followed Shaw's exclusion from the Mumbai squad after two rounds of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season. The former India head coach remarked that he, like many others, …

Gill's Resurgence: Shubman Gill Takes Down Pujara in Elite List
2 months, 1 week ago

Gill's Resurgence: Shubman Gill Takes Down Pujara in Elite List

Hindustan Times  

Shubman Gill shines with a magnificent 90-run knock, propelling India to a crucial 28-run lead against New Zealand in the third Test match at Wankhede Stadium. Gill, who made his Test debut in December 2020, surpasses veteran Cheteshwar Pujara in the elite list of highest run getters for India in the World Test Championship. His impressive performance showcases his grit …

Gill Makes History as He Overtakes Pujara in WTC Race
2 months, 1 week ago

Gill Makes History as He Overtakes Pujara in WTC Race

Hindustan Times  

Shubman Gill shines with a magnificent 90-run knock, propelling India to a crucial 28-run lead in the third Test match against New Zealand. Gill, who made his Test debut in December 2020, surpasses veteran Cheteshwar Pujara in the list of top run getters in the World Test Championship. His grit and determination help India fight back against a challenging bowling …

Gill's Bold Call: Why He's Surpassing Shaw in the Mumbai Test
2 months, 1 week ago

Gill's Bold Call: Why He's Surpassing Shaw in the Mumbai Test

India Today  

Simon Doull has explained why he made the call back in 2018 when he said Shubman Gill's career would surpass Prithvi Shaw's as the star batter would play a calm and composed knock in the ongoing Mumbai Test against New Zealand on November 2, Saturday. Gill and Shaw were teammates in the U-19 level when India won the World Cup …

Pant and Gill Orchestrate Dramatic Comeback for India
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2 months, 1 week ago

Pant and Gill Orchestrate Dramatic Comeback for India

New Indian Express  

India stages a remarkable comeback on the second morning of the final Test, racing to 195 for five at lunch against New Zealand. Rishabh Pant shines with a blistering 60, while Shubman Gill contributes with an unbeaten 70. The hosts, who were trailing by 40 runs in the first innings, show greater resolve in the second session, reducing the deficit …

Gill's Stellar Performance Ushers In India's Victory Against New Zealand
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Gill's Stellar Performance Ushers In India's Victory Against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

Shubman Gill shines as India secures a 4-1 series victory against New Zealand. Despite being absent for the first Test due to a neck issue, he steps up to bat and scores a century, showcasing his batting prowess. His consistent performances throughout the series solidify his position as a vital force for India in the Test match against England.

Ex-IND batter's 'top-class' assessment of Kohli, Dhoni-like quality in Shubman Gill: ‘Has that future superstar thing'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ex-IND batter's 'top-class' assessment of Kohli, Dhoni-like quality in Shubman Gill: ‘Has that future superstar thing'

Hindustan Times  

Shubman Gill has been touted as the next big thing in Indian cricket, and the BCCI also identified him as captain material as he was recently elevated to the leadership role in white-ball cricket. India's Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli share great camaraderie both on and off the field. Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra also spoke highly of Gill and …

India batter Shubman Gill hopeful of turning around Test fortunes
4 months ago

India batter Shubman Gill hopeful of turning around Test fortunes

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru, : Shubman Gill credited working on his defensive batting as key to his turnaround in Test fortunes during the England series earlier in the year. India batter Shubman Gill hopeful of turning around Test fortunes The 24-year-old has an average of 35.52 after playing 25 Tests, he smashed 452 runs in the home series against England. He revealed that …

Shubman Gill's honest admission on not ‘matching expectations’ in Tests after being identified as Pujara's replacement
4 months ago

Shubman Gill's honest admission on not ‘matching expectations’ in Tests after being identified as Pujara's replacement

Hindustan Times  

Young batting sensation Shubman Gill has made an honest admission that he has not been able to live up to expectations in Test cricket and is raring to make an impact in the coming Test season for India. Shubman Gill will lead Team A in the Duleep Trophy Gill wants to make the most of the 10 Test matches Team …

'My performance not matched my expectations': Shubman Gill looks to improve his red-ball form in Duleep Trophy
4 months ago

'My performance not matched my expectations': Shubman Gill looks to improve his red-ball form in Duleep Trophy

India TV News  

Shubman Gill is all set to lead the India A team in the opening match of the Duleep Trophy 2024 starting on September 5. Gill, India's designated vice-captain in ODIs and T20Is, remains an integral part of India's red-ball team but recently lost his opening spot to Yashasvi Jaiswal. He acknowledged his struggles in red-ball cricket ahead of the Duleep …

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