Shubman Gill etched his name into the history books with a brilliant 269-run knock against England during the second Test at Edgbaston. With this performance, Gill became the first Indian and Asian captain to score a double century in a Test match in England. His innings powered India to a dominant total of 587 on Day 2.
The milestone triggered comparisons with Indian greats Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, both of whom never managed a double century in England. Former England captain Michael Atherton brought attention to this during his commentary on Day 2, saying, “Shubman Gill at No.4 is filling in the big shoes… Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar’s slots, but neither of those two has made a double century in England.”
Atherton further praised the innings, calling it “masterful” and “utterly chanceless,” highlighting how Gill never gave England any opportunity throughout his knock.
The innings also showcased Gill’s composure and technical refinement. He played with patience, accumulating runs through clean drives and well-judged stroke play. His double century was a mix of discipline and flair, a testament to his growing stature in Test cricket.
After the match, Gill shared that he had worked on several aspects of his game before the series, particularly focusing on adapting his technique for red-ball cricket. His preparation during the IPL season with red-ball training paid off handsomely.
He also credited India’s sharp fielding performance in the Edgbaston Test. “Fielding was definitely one of those things we spoke about as a team, and it’s great to see that come off so far,” he said.
With this knock, Gill not only silenced critics but also sent a strong message as India’s captain. His performance has opened up new expectations, and the comparisons with legends like Kohli and Tendulkar are now backed by record-breaking numbers.
Stay tuned for all the latest Cricket news, match highlights, player analysis and viral moments!