Shubman Gill
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Shubman Gill (born 8 September 1999) is an Indian international cricketer who plays for the India national team in all formats. Nicknamed The Prince, Gill captains the Test and the ODI side. He has also previously captained the team in T20I.[1][2] A right-handed batsman, Gill represents Punjab in domestic cricket and captains the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League.[3]
Key Information
In ODI cricket, he is the fastest player to reach 2000 runs in 38 innings and 2500 runs in 50 innings.[4] He also holds the record for the youngest cricketer to score a double century in ODIs at the age of 23.[5] With his country, he won the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy as vice captain. He made his List-A debut against Vidarbha in 2017 and first-class debut for Punjab against Bengal in the 2017–18 Ranji Trophy, scoring a half-century in the game,[6] and 129 runs in the last match against Services.[7]
As vice-captain of the Indian under-19 team, Gill scored 372 runs at an average of 124.00 in the 2018 Under-19 Cricket World Cup, where he played a crucial role in India's fourth title win, earning the edition's Player of the Tournament award.[8] His unbeaten 102 in the semi-final against Pakistan U-19 drew praise from batting greats such as Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman, and Sourav Ganguly.[9][10]
Shubman Gill was named ICC Men’s Player of the Month four times — in January 2023, September 2023, February 2025, and July 2025. He is also the first male player to win the award four times.[11][12][13] He was also named in the ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year in 2023.
Early life
[edit]Gill was born on 8 September 1999 into a Punjabi Sikh family in village Chak Jaimal Singh Wala of Fazilka district, Punjab, India.[14][15] His father, Lakhwinder Singh, is a farmer who aspired to become a cricketer. He has an elder sister named Shahneel Gill.[16] He showed early promise in cricket, picking up a bat at the age of three. Recognising his interest in the game, Lakhwinder decided to train him, bowling 500 to 700 balls to him daily.[17] In 2007, he moved the family to Mohali, near the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, to facilitate better training opportunities for Gill.[18][19]
At the age of twelve, Gill's performance caught the attention of former Indian bowler Karsan Ghavri, who recommended that Gill attend the Under-19 all-India pace bowlers' camp. Gill faced U-19 bowlers in the nets, leading Ghavri to request PCA to put him into Punjab's U-14 team.[20] He is a friend of Abhishek Sharma since childhood and they used to open the innings for Punjab in the under-14s.[21] In an Inter-District Under-16 match against Amritsar, Gill, representing Mohali, scored 351 runs and shared a record opening stand of 587 runs with Nirmal Singh. At the age of 14, he scored a double-century on his Under-16 debut for Punjab in the Vijay Merchant Trophy.[22][23]
Domestic career
[edit]Gill made his List A debut for Punjab in the 2016–17 Vijay Hazare Trophy on 25 February 2017 against Vidharbha, during which he scored 11 runs before being run out.[24] In his second match against Assam, he scored his maiden List A century, scoring 121 runs off 129 balls.[25] His first-class debut came against Bengal in the 2017–18 Ranji Trophy on 17 November 2017.[26] Later in the same month, in his second first-class match, he scored his maiden century while batting for Punjab against Services. He scored 129 runs off 142 balls.[27]
In October 2018, Gill was named in India C's squad for the 2018–19 Deodhar Trophy.[28] In the final round-robin match against India A, he scored an unbeaten century, helping send India C through to the final.[29] The following month, he was named as one of the eight players to watch ahead of the 2018–19 Ranji Trophy by ESPNcricinfo.[30] In December 2018, during the match against Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy, Gill scored his maiden double century in first-class cricket, scoring 268 runs.[31] On 25 December 2018, on the fourth day of the match against Hyderabad in the Ranji Trophy, with Punjab needing 338 runs from 57 overs, Gill scored 148 off 154 balls, almost single-handedly taking his side to victory. The match finished as a draw, with Punjab ending the run chase at 324/8 in 57 overs.[32] In the match against Bengal, Gill surpassed 1,000 runs in first-class cricket in his fifteenth innings.[33] He was the leading run-scorer for Punjab in the 2018–19 Ranji Trophy, with 728 runs in five matches.[34]
In August 2019, Gill was named as the captain of the India Blue team for the 2019–20 Duleep Trophy.[35] In October 2019, he was selected as the captain of the India C team for the 2019–20 Deodhar Trophy.[36] In November 2019, he became the youngest cricketer to lead a side in a final of the tournament. He was 20 years and 57 days old, beating Virat Kohli's record, who was 21 years 124 days old during the 2009–10 tournament.[37]
In September 2022, Gill was signed up by Glamorgan as their overseas player for the remainder of the 2022 County Championship season.[38] He debuted at the Sophia ground against Worcestershire.[39]
In August 2025, Gill was selected to lead the North Zone cricket team in 2025–26 Duleep Trophy[4].
International career
[edit]In December 2016, Gill was part of the Indian U-19 team for the 2016 ACC Under-19 Asia Cup, where he emerged as the second-highest run-scorer of the tournament, behind teammate Himanshu Rana.[40] India won the tournament by defeating Sri Lanka U-19 in the final, with Gill scoring 70 runs off 92 balls.[41] In February 2017, he played a key role in the team's series win against England U-19.[42][43] In December 2017, he was named vice captain of India's squad for the 2018 Under-19 Cricket World Cup.[44][45] In the semifinal against Pakistan U-19, Gill scored 102* runs off 94 balls, earning him the title of Player of the Match.[46] India defeated Australia U-19 in the final, securing their 4th title.[47] He had a successful tournament, leading the team in runs scored with 372 runs and was also named the player of the tournament.[48][49] Following India's matches in the tournament, the International Cricket Council (ICC) named Gill as the rising star of the squad.[50]
In January 2019, Gill was selected for India's squad for the limited-overs series against New Zealand.[51] On 31 January 2019, he made his One Day International (ODI) debut for India, playing in the fourth ODI match of the series against New Zealand at Seddon Park in Hamilton.[52] In August 2019, Gill set a record as the youngest Indian batsman to score a double century in a first-class match.[53] At the age of 19 years and 334 days, he scored 204 runs for India A against West Indies A at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad and Tobago.[54] The following month, he was selected in India's Test squad for their series against South Africa, but did not play.[55] In December 2019, Gill was named as the captain of India A squad for their tour of New Zealand.[56] In February 2020, he was once again named in India's Test squad, this time for their series against New Zealand.[57]
Gill made his Test debut for India on 26 December 2020 in the 2020 Border–Gavaskar Trophy, contributing to India's comeback win in the second match of the series.[58][59] In the fourth Test at the Gabba, he scored 91 runs off 146 balls, playing a crucial role in India's series win.[60] In the 2021 England tour of India, Gill scored 119 runs in four matches, including a half-century in the second innings of the first match.[61] India won the 4-match Test series 3–1.[62] Gill was part of the Indian squad for the 2021 ICC World Test Championship final against New Zealand. India lost the match, with Gill scoring 28 runs off 64 balls in the first innings and 8 runs off 33 balls in the second innings.[63] In November 2021, during New Zealand's tour of India, Gill scored 144 runs in the 2-match Test series and was the fourth-highest run-scorer of the series.[64] India won the series 1–0.[65]
In July 2022, during India's tour of West Indies and USA, Gill scored 205 runs in three matches, including a 98 not out in the third ODI. He was the highest run-scorer of the series.[66] India whitewashed West Indies 3-0 and Gill won the Player of the Series award.[67] On 22 August 2022, during the third match of the ODI series against Zimbabwe, Gill scored his first ODI century for the Indian national team.[68] He emerged as the series' top run-scorer and was awarded the Player of the Series award.[69] India clinched the series with a 3–0 victory.[70] During South Africa's tour of India in October 2022, Gill contributed 80 runs across three matches and was the fourth highest run-scorer of the ODI series, helping India secure a 2–1 victory.[71][72] In November 2022, in the ODI series against New Zealand, Gill was the third highest run-scorer of the series, scoring 108 runs including a half-century in the first match.[73] In December 2022, during the first Test match of the series against Bangladesh, he scored his first Test century, tallying 110 runs.[74]
Gill made his Twenty20 International (T20I) debut on 3 January 2023, against Sri Lanka. He scored seven runs from five balls in that match.[75] In the ODI series, Gill scored 207 runs and was the second highest run-scorer of the series behind Virat Kohli. On 18 January 2023, in the first match of the series against New Zealand, Gill scored a double century, tallying a total of 208 runs.[76] He became the fifth Indian batsman to hit a double century in ODIs, and he is currently the youngest batsman to score a double century in ODIs in men's international cricket.[77][78] In the third match, Gill scored his maiden T20I century, scoring an unbeaten 126 off 63 balls, and became the 5th Indian batsman to score a century in all formats of international cricket. [79]
On 9 March 2023, Gill scored his second Test century in the fourth match of the 2023 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India retained the trophy by winning the series 2–1.[80] Gill was part of the Indian squad for the 2023 ICC World Test Championship final against Australia. He scored 13 runs off 15 balls in the first innings and 18 runs off 19 balls in the second innings. India lost the final for the second consecutive time.[81] During the 2023 India tour of West Indies and USA, Gill was the second-highest run-scorer in the ODI series, behind Ishan Kishan.[82]
Gill was selected for the Indian squad in the 2023 Asia Cup. In the match against Bangladesh, he scored his fifth ODI hundred, reaching 121 runs.[83] India won the tournament by defeating Sri Lanka in the final, with Gill emerging as the highest run-scorer of the tournament, tallying 302 runs.[84][85] In the 2023 Cricket World Cup, Gill missed the first two matches due to suffering from dengue. He returned in the third match against Pakistan.[86] In the match against New Zealand, Gill became the fastest batsman to reach 2000 runs in ODIs, achieving this milestone in 38 innings and surpassing the previous record of 40 innings held by South African batsman Hashim Amla.[87] India lost the final against Australia.[88] Gill scored 354 runs in nine matches.[89]
In May 2024, he was named as a reserve player in India's squad for the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup tournament.[90]
In June 2024, he was named as the captain of India series against Zimbabwe, for five-match series. He captained the Indian Cricket Team for the first time, which India won by 4-1.
In February 2025, at the ICC Champions Trophy, Gill entered the tournament as the highest ranked ODI Batter.[91] He scored an unbeaten 101 to guide India to victory in the first group game against Bangladesh.[92]
In May 2025, following Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's retirement from Test cricket, Gill was appointed as Test captain ahead of the five-match series against England, known as the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy. The BCCI confirmed his appointment during a press conference in Mumbai, highlighting Gill's temperament and long-term potential as a leader in the longest format.[93]
On 20 June 2025, in the first Test at Headingley (Leeds), Gill scored an unbeaten 127 on Day 1, anchoring India’s charge to 359/3 at stumps.[94] Despite his century, India eventually lost the match.[95] He became the fifth Indian captain to score a century on Test captaincy debut, joining Vijay Hazare, Sunil Gavaskar, Mohammad Azharuddin, and Virat Kohli, and the fourth to do so in SENA countries, after Hazare, Gavaskar, and Kohli.[96]
On July 2, during the first day of the second Test at Edgbaston, Gill followed up with another unbeaten century—scoring 114* to guide India to 310/5 at stumps.[97] This made him the fourth Indian captain to score back-to-back centuries in his first two matches as captain, after Hazare, Gavaskar, and Kohli. He also became the second Indian captain after Kohli to score consecutive centuries at Edgbaston.
In doing so, Gill became the fourth Indian Test captain to score centuries in three consecutive Tests against England—having previously scored one in Dharamshala during the 2024–25 home series, followed by centuries at Headingley and Edgbaston on the ongoing tour. This marked the fifth such instance overall by an Indian captain, after similar streaks by Mohammad Azharuddin (1984–85), Dilip Vengsarkar (1985–86), and Rahul Dravid (2002 and 2008–11).
Gill completed this innings with a score of 269 runs from 387 balls, registering his maiden Test double century. This marked the highest Test score by an Indian captain, the third-highest away Test score by an Indian batter, and the seventh-highest Test score for India overall.[98] In his second innings of the match, Gill scored another century with 161 runs, giving him an aggregate of 430, the second-highest in a Test behind Graham Gooch. He became the second batter to make two scores above 150 in a Test match, after Allan Border.[99]
Gill was appointed as deputy to Suryakumar Yadav for Asia Cup 2025.
In October 2025, India is hosting West Indies, as Gill will be captaining his debut home test series. In the second test at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, Delhi, he scored an unbeaten 129, as India declared for 518/5. In doing so, Gill became second-fastest Indian and the third overall to score 5 centuries, after Alastair Cook (9 innings) and Sunil Gavaskar (10). It also become 3rd instance, of an Indian Captain notching up five test centuries in a calendar year, a record previously achieved twice only by Virat Kohli (2017 and 2018).[100][101] Gill, who has accumulated 2,826 runs in the World Test Championship (WTC), became the highest run-scorer for India in the competition, surpassing Rishabh Pant (2,731), Rohit Sharma (2,716), and Virat Kohli (2,617).[102]
Franchise career
[edit]2018–2021: Kolkata Knight Riders
[edit]In January 2018, he was bought by the Kolkata Knight Riders for ₹1.8 crore (US$210,000) in the 2018 IPL auction.[103][104] He made his Twenty20 debut for Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2018 Indian Premier League on 14 April 2018.[105] Gill scored 203 runs in the 2018 season as KKR finished third, losing in Qualifier 2 against Sunrisers Hyderabad.[106]
In March 2019, he was named as one of eight players to watch by the International Cricket Council (ICC) ahead of the 2019 Indian Premier League tournament.[107] Gill scored 296 runs in the 2019 season as KKR finished fifth. He also won the Emerging Player of the tournament award in the 2019 Indian Premier League.[108]
In 2020, Gill scored 440 runs, making him the highest scoring player for KKR that season. The team would however finish fifth once again.[109]
During the 2021 edition of the IPL, Gill scored 478, being KKR's highest scorer once again. KKR reached the final where Gill would score a half-century, however, the team would ultimately lose to CSK, coming second.[110] After the announcement of two new teams entering the league, each team was allowed to retain up to 4 players but Gill was not retained.[111]
2022–present: Gujarat Titans
[edit]Ahead of the 2022 IPL auction, Gill was drafted by the newly formed Gujarat Titans franchise for ₹8 crore (equivalent to ₹8.5 crore or US$1.0 million in 2023).[112] Gill would score 483 runs in 2022, and the Titans would defeat Rajasthan Royals to win the 2022 IPL in their inaugural year.[113]
In the 2023 season, Gill scored 890 runs, becoming the second highest run scorer ever in a single IPL season and winning the orange cap.[114] In Qualifier 2 versus MI, Gill achieved the season's highest individual score of 129 off 60 balls and the record of highest ever score in an IPL playoffs match and second most centuries in an IPL season at 3.[115] While Gill played in his third consecutive final, the Titans lost to the Chennai Super Kings.[116]
International centuries
[edit]Gill has made 19 international centuries- 10 in Test cricket, 8 in One Day International (ODI) and 1 in Twenty20 international (T20I).
Test centuries
[edit]| Runs | Against | Pos. | Inn. | Test | Venue | H/A | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 | 1 | 3 | 1/2 | Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram | Away | 14 December 2022 | Won | |
| 128 | 1 | 2 | 4/4 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | Home | 9 March 2023 | Drawn | |
| 104 | 3 | 2 | 2/5 | ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Vishakapatnam | Home | 4 February 2024 | Won | |
| 110 | 3 | 2 | 5/5 | HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala | Home | 8 March 2024 | Won | |
| 119* | 3 | 3 | 1/2 | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Home | 21 September 2024 | Won | |
| 147 | 4 | 1 | 1/5 | Headingley Cricket Ground, Leeds | Away | 20 June 2025 | Lost | |
| 269 | 4 | 1 | 2/5 | Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham | Away | 2 July 2025 | Won | |
| 161 | 4 | 3 | 2/5 | Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham | Away | 2 July 2025 | Won | |
| 103 | 4 | 3 | 4/5 | Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester | Away | 23 July 2025 | Drawn | |
| 129* | 4 | 1 | 2/2 | Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, New Delhi | Home | 11 October 2025 | Won |
ODI centuries
[edit]| Runs | Against | Pos. | S/R | Venue | H/A/N | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 130 | 3 | 134.02 | Harare Sports Club, Zimbabwe | Away | 22 August 2022 | Won | |
| 116 | 2 | 119.58 | Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram | Home | 15 January 2023 | Won | |
| 208 | 2 | 139.59 | Rajiv Gandhi International cricket Stadium, Hyderabad | Home | 18 January 2023 | Won | |
| 112 | 2 | 143.58 | Holkar Stadium, Indore | Home | 24 January 2023 | Won | |
| 121 | 2 | 90.98 | R. Premadasa Stadium,Colombo | Neutral | 15 September 2023 | Lost | |
| 104 | 2 | 107.22 | Holkar Stadium, Indore | Home | 24 September 2023 | Won | |
| 112 | 2 | 109.80 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | Home | 12 February 2025 | Won | |
| 101* | 2 | 78.29 | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai | Neutral | 20 February 2025 | Won |
T20I centuries
[edit]| Runs | Against | Pos. | S/R | Venue | H/A/N | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 126* | 2 | 200 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | Home | 1 February 2023 | Won |
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse | Pavitr "Pav" Prabhakar / Spider-Man India | Hindi, Punjabi dub; voice role | [117] |
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View on GrokipediaEarly life
Family background
Shubman Gill was born on 8 September 1999 in Fazilka, Punjab, India, into a Punjabi Sikh family.[6] His parents are Lakhwinder Singh, a former aspiring cricketer who later pursued a career in agriculture and business, and Keart Gill, a homemaker.[7][8] The Gill family comes from modest roots in rural Punjab, where Lakhwinder Singh shifted focus to providing for the family after setting aside his own cricketing ambitions.[9] Shubman has an elder sister, Shahneel Gill, who shares a close bond with him and has supported his pursuits from a young age.[10] To nurture his early interests, the family relocated from Fazilka to Mohali when Shubman was around eight years old, renting a home near the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium and underscoring their commitment to his development.[6][7]Introduction to cricket
Shubman Gill's fascination with cricket emerged at the tender age of three in his hometown of Fazilka, Punjab, where his father, Lakhwinder Singh, a farmer by profession, became his first coach and introduced him to the sport using a simple bat and ball on their family farm. Recognizing Gill's innate passion—he showed no interest in other toys and would play even before bedtime—Lakhwinder dedicated himself to nurturing his son's talent, throwing 500 to 700 balls daily in rigorous sessions that emphasized fundamentals like facing pace from a charpoy setup and using a single stump as a bat. This home-based training in Chak Khere Wala laid the groundwork for Gill's early development, fostering discipline amid limited facilities.[11][12] As Gill progressed, his father sought more structured opportunities, leading the family to relocate from Fazilka to Mohali when Gill was nine years old, enabling enrollment in the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) academy for professional training. At the academy, Gill refined his skills under experienced coaches, adopting a classical batting technique inspired by Rahul Dravid's emphasis on solid defense, precise footwork, and elegant strokeplay, which suited his natural upright stance honed from early cement-wicket practices. This shift marked a pivotal phase, transforming informal farm sessions into systematic development focused on technique and temperament.[13][14] Despite his young age and small stature presenting initial hurdles—such as building confidence against faster deliveries—Gill overcame them through unwavering dedication, often enduring early-morning practices and persisting after being struck by balls to conquer his fears. His father's relentless support, including personal throwdowns at short distances, built resilience and a strong foundation, ensuring Gill's growth into a technically sound batsman before entering organized competitive play.[12][15]Domestic career
Youth and junior cricket
Gill was selected for the Punjab Under-16 team in 2013, making his debut in the Vijay Merchant Trophy during the 2013–14 season, where he emerged as the leading run-scorer with 734 runs at an average of 73.40 across seven matches.[16] His performances earned him the BCCI award for the Best Junior Cricketer in the 2013–14 season.[17] In the following 2014–15 Vijay Merchant Trophy, Gill again led Punjab to the title, topping the run charts with 1,018 runs, including five centuries, at an average of 92.54.[18] This outstanding contribution secured him the BCCI Best Junior Cricketer award for the second consecutive year.[2] Progressing to the Under-19 level, Gill captained the Punjab team in the 2016–17 Cooch Behar Trophy, finishing as the second-highest run-scorer in the tournament.[19] Gill's consistent excellence led to his inclusion in the India Under-19 squad for the 2018 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup in New Zealand, where he served as vice-captain under Prithvi Shaw.[17] He amassed 372 runs in five innings at an average of 124.00, making him the second-highest run-scorer in the tournament, highlighted by scores of 92 against Australia and 102 not out against Pakistan in the semi-final.[20] India won the tournament, defeating Australia in the final, with Gill earning the Player of the Tournament award.[21]Senior domestic cricket
Shubman Gill made his List A debut for Punjab in the 2016–17 Vijay Hazare Trophy against Vidarbha in Delhi, where he scored 11 runs batting at number three.[22] In his second List A match against Assam, he registered his maiden century, scoring 121 runs off 129 balls to help Punjab secure a victory. Gill's first-class debut came for Punjab in the 2017–18 Ranji Trophy against Bengal in Amritsar, where he top-scored with 63 runs in the first innings during a low-scoring match that Bengal won by an innings and 19 runs.[23] He followed this with 129 runs off 142 balls in the next match against Services, partnering with Anmolpreet Singh for a 199-run stand that propelled Punjab to 645 for 6 declared, resulting in a draw.[24] In the 2018–19 Ranji Trophy season, Gill emerged as Punjab's leading run-scorer with 728 runs across nine innings at an average of 104, including three centuries. A highlight was his maiden first-class double century of 268 runs off 328 balls against Tamil Nadu in Mohali, which featured 29 fours and a six, helping Punjab post 469 before the match ended in a draw.[25] The 2019–20 domestic season saw Gill continue his strong form across formats, amassing 287 runs in four Ranji Trophy matches at an average of 57.40, including a century.[26] In the 2019 Duleep Trophy, captaining India Blue in the abbreviated tournament, though India Red won the title. In T20 domestic cricket, Gill has been a consistent performer for Punjab in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, with notable contributions including 70* off 40 balls against Sikkim in the 2018–19 edition, aiding a successful chase.[27] His elegant strokeplay and ability to anchor innings have established him as a key batsman in shorter formats for the state team. Gill continued as a mainstay for Punjab in subsequent domestic seasons, scoring his 14th first-class century (114) against Karnataka in the 2024–25 Ranji Trophy.[28]International career
Debut and early international appearances
Shubman Gill's transition from Under-19 to senior international cricket was swift following his standout performance as captain of the Indian team that won the 2018 ICC Under-19 World Cup in New Zealand, where he topped the run charts with 372 runs in six matches at an average of 124.00. This success earned him a spot in the India A squad for the 2018 tri-nation series in England, where he impressed with scores including 93 and 72 against England Lions in ODIs, highlighting his readiness for higher levels. These performances bridged the gap, leading to his inclusion in India's senior squads as a promising top-order batter. Gill made his senior international debut in the fourth ODI against New Zealand at Hamilton on 31 January 2019, coming in at No. 3 and scoring 9 runs off 21 balls in a match India lost by eight wickets.[29] He followed this with appearances in the home ODI series against Australia in March 2019, scoring 4 and 7 in two games, before being named in India's squad for the 2019 ODI World Cup in England, though he did not feature in the playing XI. His T20I debut came later, on 3 January 2023, against Sri Lanka at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where he opened the batting and scored 7 runs off 8 balls in a seven-wicket win for India. In Test cricket, Gill earned his cap for the second Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on 26 December 2020, during India's tour Down Under, scoring 45 in the first innings and an unbeaten 35 in the second as India chased down 70 to win by eight wickets and level the series.[30] Early in his Test career, he featured in the 2021 home series against England, making a half-century of 50 in the first innings of the opener at Chennai, followed by 34 in the second, contributing to India's three-wicket victory despite a low total.[31] A notable early white-ball tour came in July 2022 against West Indies, where Gill solidified his opening role in ODIs with scores of 64, 43, and an unbeaten 98 in the three-match series, helping India win 3-0 while adapting to the top order after Rohit Sharma's positional shift post-2022. These appearances marked his emergence as a reliable opener across formats, blending technical solidity with growing aggression.Test cricket
Shubman Gill made his Test debut for India in December 2020 against Australia in Melbourne, initially batting at number three before transitioning to the opening position in subsequent years. As of November 2025, he has played 39 Test matches, amassing over 3,500 runs at an average exceeding 40, with 10 centuries and 8 half-centuries to his name.[17][32] His first Test century came during the 2023 Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, with scores of 91 not out in Delhi and 128 in Ahmedabad, marking a breakthrough in red-ball cricket. Gill's standout performance in Test cricket occurred during the 2023 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where he scored 283 runs across four innings, including one century that underscored his growing stature as a top-order mainstay. This prolific run helped India secure a 2-1 series victory and established Gill as a reliable anchor against pace and bounce. In the 2024 home series against England, he contributed two centuries—in Rajkot (91) and Dharamsala (110)—along with a half-century in Ranchi (55), aiding India's 4-1 triumph despite a challenging pitch in the second Test. These knocks highlighted his adaptability to subcontinental conditions, blending solid defense with selective aggression. Appointed India's Test captain ahead of the 2025 tour of England (away series), Gill led the side in a five-match series, opening the batting and scoring 87, 60, and 112 across key innings, contributing to a competitive draw.[33] His leadership yielded 754 runs in the series at an average of 84.81, the second-highest for a captain in Test history behind Don Bradman.[34] Earlier partnerships with Rohit Sharma at the top of the order, prior to Gill's full-time opening role, built foundational stands that stabilized India's innings in overseas conditions.[35] He also served as Test vice-captain in select series prior to full captaincy. Throughout his Test career, Gill has refined his technique to counter varied challenges, notably improving his handling of spin during the 2023 series against Australia on turning tracks, where he played back confidently to off-spinners. Against seam movement in the 2025 England tour, he employed a compact defense and precise drives, leaving the ball astutely to seamers like James Anderson.[36] These adaptations reflect his evolution from a promising talent to a versatile batter capable of thriving in diverse environments.[37]One Day Internationals
Shubman Gill made his ODI debut in January 2019 against New Zealand, initially batting in the middle order before being promoted to opener in late 2022 ahead of the 2023 home season. This shift solidified his role as India's primary opener alongside Rohit Sharma, allowing him to anchor innings with a blend of technical solidity and controlled aggression suited to the 50-over format. By November 2025, Gill had played 58 ODIs, amassing 2,818 runs at an average of 56.36 and a strike rate of 99.23, including 15 half-centuries and 8 centuries.[32] His consistency elevated him to the No. 1 spot in the ICC ODI batting rankings in February 2025, a position he held entering the Champions Trophy.[2] Gill's breakout in ODIs came during the 2023 home season, where he became the fastest player to reach 2,000 ODI runs in just 38 innings, surpassing Hashim Amla's record. He achieved this milestone with a historic double century of 208 off 149 balls against New Zealand in Hyderabad, the highest individual score by an Indian in ODIs at the time and his maiden ODI ton.[17] In the 2023 ODI World Cup, despite missing the opening matches due to injury, he contributed 354 runs in nine innings at an average of 44.25, including four fifties, helping India reach the final; his highest was 92 against Sri Lanka.[38] These performances underscored his ability to build innings under pressure, with notable opening partnerships alongside Rohit Sharma, including a record 212-run stand for the first wicket against New Zealand.[39] In 2025, Gill assumed the ODI captaincy for India's tour of Australia, marking his leadership debut in the format, though the series yielded modest returns with scores of 37*, 5, 15, and 46 across four innings amid challenging conditions.[40] He rebounded strongly at the ICC Champions Trophy, scoring 188 runs in five innings at an average of 47.00, highlighted by an unbeaten 101 against Bangladesh that guided India to victory and earned him Player of the Match.[41] His partnerships extended beyond the top order, including productive stands with middle-order batsmen like Shreyas Iyer, contributing to India's white-ball resurgence by providing stability and accelerating in the middle overs. He continued as ODI captain through 2025.[42] In January 2026, Gill captained a full-strength Indian team, including Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, in the first ODI of the three-match series against New Zealand at Vadodara. On 11 January, Gill won the toss and elected to bowl first, with the Indian playing XI comprising Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (w), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, and Prasidh Krishna. The match drew a sold-out crowd, resulting in severe traffic jams extending 8-10 kilometers from the stadium.[43] Ahead of the match, he praised Kohli as one of the greatest ODI batters and Sharma as one of the greatest openers, noting that their experience makes his captaincy responsibilities easier.[44] In the match, India chased down New Zealand's total of 300/8 to win by 4 wickets, reaching 306/6 in 49 overs. Gill scored 56 off 71 balls for his first ODI fifty as captain, forming a 118-run partnership with Virat Kohli, who made 93. Shreyas Iyer contributed 49 runs, while Harshit Rana added 29* not out and took 2 wickets. This victory gave India a 1-0 lead in the series and marked their first ODI win chasing 300+ against New Zealand in 16 years.[45]Twenty20 Internationals
Shubman Gill made his Twenty20 International (T20I) debut for India on 3 January 2023 against Sri Lanka at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, scoring 7 runs off 8 balls in a rain-affected match.[17] Initially slotted in as a middle-order batsman, he transitioned to the opening position from the 2023 series against New Zealand onward, forming key partnerships with players like Ishan Kishan and Yashasvi Jaiswal. His limited T20I appearances—prioritized behind his commitments in Test and One Day International (ODI) cricket—have nonetheless showcased his adaptability to the format's demands.[46] As of November 2025, Gill has played 32 T20I matches, accumulating 812 runs at an average of 29.00 and a strike rate of 142.50, with a highest score of 126*.[47] These figures reflect his consistent presence in India's white-ball setup, particularly after returning as vice-captain for the 2025 Asia Cup, where he contributed to the team's unbeaten campaign.[48] His strike rate has improved over time, emphasizing boundary-hitting in the powerplay overs while maintaining a solid base for longer innings.[49] One of Gill's standout performances came in the third T20I against New Zealand on 1 February 2023 in Ahmedabad, where he scored an unbeaten 126 off 63 balls— the highest T20I score by an Indian opener—helping India post 234/4 and win by 168 runs.[50] In the 2025 Asia Cup, serving as vice-captain, he played a crucial 47 off 28 balls alongside Abhishek Sharma in the Super Fours match against Pakistan on 21 September, contributing to a 105-run opening stand that secured a six-wicket victory while chasing 171.[51] Although not a regular in the 2024 T20 World Cup squad due to injury concerns, his subsequent inclusions highlighted his value in high-pressure limited-overs scenarios, including vice-captaincy in T20Is post-recovery. Gill's T20I role has evolved to blend powerplay aggression—evident in his 12 fours and 7 sixes during the 126*—with finishing capabilities, as seen in his 37* off 20 balls during the 2025 Australia series opener.[52] Despite fewer opportunities compared to ODIs, his impactful knocks have solidified his position in India's T20 setup, balancing technical solidity with the format's explosive requirements.[53] In December 2025, Shubman Gill was omitted from the Indian squad for the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, announced on 20 December 2025. Ahead of captaining India in the opening ODI against New Zealand on 10 January 2026, Gill stated, "I respect the selectors' decision. All the best to the team for the T20 World Cup," expressing his acceptance of the decision.[54][55]Franchise career
Kolkata Knight Riders (2018–2021)
Shubman Gill was acquired by the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the 2018 IPL auction for INR 1.8 crore, marking his entry into the Indian Premier League following his standout performance as vice-captain of India's victorious Under-19 team.[56] He made his IPL debut against Sunrisers Hyderabad on 14 April 2018 at Eden Gardens, scoring an unbeaten 14 runs off 11 balls to help secure a five-wicket victory while chasing 119.[57] Initially slotted in the middle order, Gill featured in 13 matches that season, accumulating 203 runs at an average of 33.83, with a highest score of 57, demonstrating composure under pressure in a team led by Dinesh Karthik.[17] Over the next seasons, Gill gradually transitioned to the opening role after approaching Karthik with an audacious request to bat at the top, a move that surprised the captain but highlighted his ambition and self-belief.[58] In 2019, he solidified his position as an opener, playing 14 matches and scoring 296 runs at an average of 32.88, including three half-centuries and a career-high 76, earning the Emerging Player award for his consistent contributions to KKR's campaign. Gill's development was bolstered by Karthik's mentorship, with the skipper encouraging him to enjoy the process and exceed expectations, fostering a supportive environment amid KKR's playoff aspirations.[59] The 2020 season saw further maturity, as Gill opened in all 14 innings for KKR, amassing 440 runs at an average of 33.84—his highest aggregate for the franchise at that point—including an unbeaten 72 off 52 balls against Kings XI Punjab that anchored a successful chase of 164.[60] Batting alongside explosive all-rounder Andre Russell provided valuable lessons in power-hitting; Gill later described partnering with Russell as akin to watching match highlights from the non-striker's end, absorbing insights on aggressive shot-making and handling death overs.[61] In 2021, Gill's consistency propelled KKR to the final, where he led the team's batting with 478 runs in 17 matches at an average of 28.11, featuring three fifties and providing stability during the playoffs push, including a crucial 57 in the qualifier against Delhi Capitals. His tenure with KKR from 2018 to 2021 thus represented a formative phase, blending middle-order grounding with opening prowess under Karthik's guidance and Russell's influence on tempo and finishing.Gujarat Titans (2022–present)
Shubman Gill was acquired by the Gujarat Titans for INR 8 crore at the 2022 IPL auction, marking his transition from the Kolkata Knight Riders to the newly formed franchise. Retained by Gujarat Titans for INR 16.5 crore ahead of the 2025 season. In his debut season with GT, Gill enjoyed a breakout campaign, scoring 483 runs across 16 matches at an average of 34.50, with a highest score of 96, contributing significantly to the team's inaugural IPL title win.[62] His consistent opening partnerships and ability to anchor innings were pivotal in GT's successful run to the final, where he remained unbeaten on 45.[17] The following year, 2023, saw Gill elevate his performance to new heights, amassing a record 890 runs in 17 matches at an average of 59.33 and a strike rate of 157.41, earning him the Orange Cap as the tournament's top run-scorer.[17] One of his standout innings was an unbeaten 104 off 52 balls against Royal Challengers Bangalore, featuring aggressive strokeplay with six sixes, which powered GT to a six-wicket victory and eliminated RCB from playoff contention.[63] This century, his second in as many matches, underscored his growing dominance as an IPL opener.[64] Prior to the 2024 season, Gill was appointed GT's captain following Hardik Pandya's departure to Mumbai Indians, taking on leadership responsibilities at age 24.[65] Under his guidance, he scored 426 runs in 12 matches at an average of 38.73, including a milestone 104—the 100th century in IPL history—against Chennai Super Kings, though the team endured a mixed campaign with five wins and seven losses, finishing outside the top four.[66] Despite challenges, including his own mid-season injury, Gill's calm demeanor and tactical acumen, such as fostering team resilience, laid groundwork for improvement.[67] In IPL 2025, Gill continued as captain, leading GT to a strong playoff qualification with a top-table finish early in the season, driven by their potent batting unit boasting the highest strike rate of 170.5.[68] He personally contributed 650 runs in 15 matches at an average of 50.00 and strike rate of 155.9, featuring six half-centuries and a highest of 93, while emphasizing the team's bowling depth as a key strategic element.[69] His leadership focused on balanced strategies, including leveraging emerging talents, helping GT secure playoff berths and reassert their competitiveness.[70]Captaincy
Franchise and domestic leadership
Shubman Gill's initial foray into leadership came in domestic cricket, where he captained Punjab in two matches during the 2019–20 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.[71] His role in the T20 tournament highlighted his emerging tactical acumen, though Punjab did not advance beyond the group stage in those outings. In August 2022, Gill was appointed captain of the India A squad for a home series against New Zealand A, marking his first leadership role at the 'A' level.[72] The series consisted of unofficial ODIs, providing Gill with valuable experience in managing a competitive side against international opposition. Gill took on the captaincy of the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) starting from the 2024 season, succeeding Hardik Pandya.[17] Under his leadership, GT played 14 matches in 2024, securing 5 wins, 7 losses, and 2 no results, which placed the team eighth on the points table with a win percentage of 35.71%.[73] Notable tactical decisions included opting to bat first in several high-pressure chases, aiming to set competitive totals on batting-friendly pitches, though the team struggled with consistency in finishing games. The 2025 IPL season saw marked improvements in Gill's captaincy, with GT achieving 7 wins in their first 10 matches and qualifying for the playoffs.[74] This turnaround was attributed to better integration of young talent and a stronger bowling unit, leading the side to the Eliminator before a loss to Mumbai Indians ended their campaign.[75] In domestic first-class cricket, Gill assumed the captaincy of Punjab for the 2024–25 Ranji Trophy season, guiding the team through challenging fixtures while emphasizing the development and integration of emerging players into the lineup.[76] Punjab finished 7th in Group B, with Gill emphasizing development of emerging players amid challenging results, including a team-low total against Karnataka.International captaincy
Shubman Gill was named India's ODI captain in October 2025, succeeding Rohit Sharma, and led the team in a three-match series against Australia that India lost 1-2.[77] This marked his debut in international captaincy, where he demonstrated tactical acumen in a competitive series Down Under. Following Rohit Sharma's retirement from Test cricket, Gill was appointed Test captain for India's 2025 tour of England, overseeing a five-match series drawn 2-2 (with one draw), during which he scored 147 and 269 in key innings.[17] In October 2025, Gill guided India to a 2-0 series victory over West Indies in a home Test series, achieving his first win as Test captain and completing a clean sweep against a resilient opponent.[78] Additionally, he served as vice-captain for India's T20I squad in the 2025 Asia Cup, where the team won the title, defeating Sri Lanka in the final via super over after a strong group stage and semifinal performance.[46] Gill's leadership style emphasizes aggressive field settings and strong backing of bowlers, allowing them freedom to execute plans while maintaining pressure on batsmen.[79] In January 2026, ahead of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand, which Gill captained, he addressed a pre-match press conference in Vadodara on 10 January 2026. He emphasized India's plan to play at full strength with senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, praising Rohit as one of the greatest openers of all time in ODIs and Virat as one of the greatest ODI batters ever, and noting that their experience makes the captain's life a lot easier. He also expressed frustration from past injuries, such as a neck injury in November 2025 that sidelined him. He accepted his omission from the 2026 T20 World Cup squad, stating, "I respect the selectors' decision. All the best to the team for the T20 World Cup," and adding that he is "right where I have to be."[44][80] In the first ODI of the series on 11 January 2026 in Vadodara, Gill scored 56 runs off 71 balls for his first ODI fifty as captain, sharing a 118-run partnership with Virat Kohli, who scored 93. India chased down New Zealand's total of 300/8 to win by 4 wickets, securing a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. This victory marked India's first ODI win chasing 300 or more against New Zealand in 16 years.[81] As of 11 January 2026, Gill's overall international captaincy record stands at seven Tests (four wins, two losses, one draw) and four ODIs (two wins, two losses), reflecting a mixed start including a series win over West Indies.[82]Records and achievements
International centuries
Shubman Gill has scored 19 international centuries across formats as of November 2025, showcasing his consistency and adaptability in high-pressure scenarios. These include ten in Test cricket, eight in One Day Internationals (ODIs), and one in Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). His centuries often feature elegant strokeplay and resilience, contributing significantly to India's victories in bilateral series and major tournaments. In Test cricket, Gill has amassed ten centuries, reaching five as captain in just 12 innings, the second-fastest by an Indian captain. Notable among these is his 128 against Australia in Ahmedabad in March 2023, which anchored India's second innings in a drawn match during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He followed with a composed 147 against England in Visakhapatnam in 2024, helping India secure a series-leveling win, and a gritty 147 against England in Leeds in 2025, stabilizing the innings on a challenging pitch. In the 2025 home Test series against England, Gill scored 754 runs across five matches, including multiple centuries. These knocks highlight his proficiency against pace and spin in overseas conditions.[17] Gill's ODI record is particularly prolific, with eight centuries, including a record five in the calendar year 2023, surpassing previous benchmarks for most hundreds by an Indian in a single year.[83] His standout 208 against New Zealand in Hyderabad in January 2023 remains the highest individual score by an Indian in ODIs, powering India to a commanding total in the series opener. These innings underscore his dominance in the 50-over format, especially in run chases during the 2023 World Cup where his contributions were pivotal.[5] In T20Is, Gill has one century: an explosive 126* off 63 balls against New Zealand in Ahmedabad in February 2023, the highest T20I score by an Indian at the time. This innings, featuring 12 fours and seven sixes, propelled India to a 168-run victory and sealed the series 2-1, demonstrating his ability to accelerate in chases and dominate short formats.[50]Awards and ICC rankings
Shubman Gill has received multiple accolades from the International Cricket Council (ICC), including a record four Men's Player of the Month awards, making him the first male cricketer to achieve this milestone.[84] His wins came in January 2023, September 2023, February 2025, and most recently in July 2025, where he amassed 567 runs across three Test matches against England.[85] In February 2025, Gill ascended to the No. 1 position in the ICC ODI batting rankings following a strong performance ahead of the Champions Trophy, maintaining the top spot for eight months until October.[2][86] Among other honors, Gill was named the BCCI's Best International Debutant in 2019 for his promising start in limited-overs cricket. In the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season, he clinched the Orange Cap as the highest run-scorer with 890 runs in 17 matches for Gujarat Titans. Additionally, he received the Arjuna Award in 2024, recognizing his contributions to Indian cricket. In 2025, Gill set a personal benchmark by scoring over 1,000 international runs, leading Indian batters in the calendar year. Gill's ICC rankings reflect his consistency across formats. He reached a career-high No. 6 in Test batting in July 2025 after a prolific series against England. In T20Is, his peak ranking was No. 10 in 2024, highlighting his adaptability in the shortest format. As of November 2025, he holds the No. 1 ICC ranking in ODIs, No. 13 in Tests, and No. 30 in T20Is, and has accumulated approximately 6,500 international runs. Some of his centuries have directly contributed to these ranking advancements and award recognitions.[1][2]Career statistics
Batting and fielding
The following tables summarize Shubman Gill's career batting and fielding statistics as of January 2026. Data sourced from authoritative cricket databases.[2][87][17]International
| Format | Mat | Inn | NO | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Catches | St |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 40 | 73 | 7 | 2843 | 269 | 43.08 | 61.50 | 10 | 8 | 318 | 46 | 30 | 0 |
| ODI | 59 | 59 | 4 | 2874 | 208 | 56.35 | 98.73 | 8 | 16 | 322 | 62 | 38 | 0 |
| T20I | 36 | 36 | 5 | 869 | 126* | 28.03 | 138.60 | 1 | 3 | 98 | 26 | 9 | 0 |
Domestic
| Format | Mat | Inn | NO | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Catches | St |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC | 69 | 121 | 11 | 5537 | 269 | 50.79 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 |
| List A | 115 | 114 | 14 | 5149 | 208 | 51.49 | 94.06 | 14 | 27 | 552 | 103 | - | 0 |
| T20 | 175 | 172 | 25 | 5412 | 129 | 36.81 | - | 4 | 26 | - | - | - | 0 |
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