India has a new cricket hero, and his name is Shubman Gill. At just 25 years old, Gill was made the captain of the Indian Test team. Many people wondered if such a young player could handle the big responsibility, but Gill proved everyone wrong. He guided the team with assurance while delivering an outstanding performance with the bat.
In the recent Test series against England, India managed to draw 2.2, and Gill was one of the biggest reasons for this success. He scored extraordinary 754 runs in the series, with an excellent average of 75.40. He hit four centuries, and his highest score was a massive 269 runs. His performance was so good that he won the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for July.
Ravi Shastri’s Special Praise
Former Indian cricketer and coach Ravi Shastri had nothing but praise for Gill. Speaking on Sky Sports Cricket, Shastri called him the rising star of Indian cricket. He said, “No question, Shubman Gill. He is set to remain a key presence in the game for many years to come. We have seen the kind of series he had here. He is only 25 and will get even better with experience.”
Shastri also talked about Gill’s style of batting. He said Gill is very calm, elegant, and pleasing to watch. He has the ability to stay at the crease for a long time and play big innings. Shastri believes Gill is one of those rare players who look classy every time they bat.
A Great Year for Gill
The year has been nothing short of fantastic for Shubman Gill. In only 20 innings (14 matches) across all formats, he has amassed 1,234 runs at an impressive average of 64.94. He has already hit six centuries, which is the highest for any player this year, along with two fifties.
In the list of top run scorers for 2025, Gill is currently in second place. The only player ahead of him is England’s Ben Duckett, who has scored 1290 runs in 23 matches and 27 innings at an average of 47.77. Duckett has registered three hundreds and eight half centuries, with his top score being 165.
Among the Best in India
When it comes to Indian batsmen, Gill is way ahead this year. His closest competitors are KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja. KL Rahul has scored 741 runs from 14 matches, averaging 46.31, which includes two centuries and two half centuries. Ravindra Jadeja, who is known more for his bowling, has accumulated 605 runs in 13 matches, boasting an average of 67.22, which includes one century and five half centuries.
A Bright Future Ahead
Shubman Gill is already making history at a young age, and fans believe this is just the beginning. With his calm nature, strong technique, and hunger for big scores, Gill could become one of the greatest batsmen in Indian cricket. If he continues to play like this, the Indian team’s future looks very bright, and cricket lovers will get to see many more unforgettable innings from this rising superstar.