In a stunning display of batting prowess, Shubman Gill has firmly etched his name into the annals of ODI history by outshining the legendary Hashim Amla and Pakistan’s captain, Babar Azam.
This extraordinary feat was accomplished during a masterful innings in Indore, where Gill, fresh off his match-winning 74 in Mohali, continued to exhibit his stellar form by registering yet another century.
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This century not only secured victory for India but also laid a solid foundation for his team in the ongoing three-match series against Australia.
The innings commenced with an early setback as Gill’s opening partner, Ruturaj Gaikwad, was dismissed in just the fourth over. Undaunted by the early setback, Gill forged a monumental 200-run partnership with the stylish Shreyas Iyer, who himself reached a majestic century on the Holkar surface.
Shubman Gill’s Extraordinary ODI Journey Shubman Gill marked his international debut during a series in New Zealand in January 2019.
Since that pivotal moment, this batting sensation from Punjab has graced the ODI stage on 35 occasions for the ‘Men in Blue.’ Remarkably, Gill has predominantly served as an opener in all of his ODI appearances, amassing an impressive tally of over 1,900 runs at an astonishing average of over 68.
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Gill’s century against Australia in Indore not only propelled India to a resounding victory but also catapulted him to the pinnacle of ODI run-scorers after their first 35 innings.
This remarkable achievement meant he surpassed the previous record held by the South African maestro Hashim Amla, who had amassed 1,844 runs in his initial 35 innings. The dynamic Pakistan captain, Babar Azam, who had accumulated 1,758 runs in his first 35 knocks, was relegated to the third position in the all-time list due to Gill’s breathtaking batting performance.
The Illustrious Club of ODI Run-Scorers: Batsmen Runs after the first 35 ODI innings
- Shubman Gill 1,914*
- Hashim Amla 1,844
- Babar Azam 1,758
Shubman Gill
The Star Attraction for the Upcoming 2023 World Cup Shubman Gill’s remarkable achievement has firmly established him as one of India’s brightest stars for the highly anticipated 2023 World Cup, to be hosted in India.
In this prestigious tournament, cricket enthusiasts from around the world will have the pleasure of watching Gill open the innings alongside the seasoned campaigner and regular skipper, Rohit Sharma. With his exceptional form and unyielding composure, Gill promises to be a cornerstone of India’s batting lineup as they strive for cricketing glory on home soil.
