Shubman Gill, the emerging star of Indian cricket, made a remarkable entry onto the international scene in 2023, setting numerous records for the Men in Blue. He achieved the distinction of becoming the fastest batter to reach 2000 ODI runs in just 38 innings, surpassing Hashim Amla’s previous record of 40 innings, during the ICC ODI World Cup match against New Zealand. Moreover, Gill stands as the only Indian cricketer this year to score centuries in all formats, showcasing his exceptional form.
Shubman Gill’s form in ODI
At 24 years of age, Gill has emerged as the leading run-scorer for India in ODIs, amassing 1334 runs in 24 matches. Ahead of the World Cup game against Sri Lanka at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Gill engaged in a candid conversation with Star Sports, where he shared various aspects of his life and preferences.
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Shubman Gill reveals his favourite cricketer
From a cricketing perspective, Gill revealed that his current favorite cricketer is Indian superstar Virat Kohli, while he looked up to Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar as his idol while growing up. When asked about his best friend in the Indian team, he named southpaw Ishan Kishan, with whom he shares friendly banter on and off the field.
Shubman Gill’s love for 7 number
A particularly interesting moment in the conversation was when he discussed his jersey number. Gill mentioned that during the U19 World Cup, he had wanted the number 7 jersey, but it was unavailable. As a result, he chose to combine two 7s in his jersey number. It’s worth noting that the number seven jersey was famously worn by former Indian captain and two-time World Cup winner, MS Dhoni.
What is Gill’s nickname?
The conversation shifted towards Gill’s personal life and family. He revealed that, after every match, whether India wins or loses, his first call is always to his father. In his household, Gill is affectionately called ‘kaka,’ which means ‘baby’ in Punjabi. He emphasized that the one thing he cannot live without is his family.
Shubman Gill in World Cup 2023
Despite an exceptional year with the bat, Gill faced challenges in the World Cup. He missed the first two games against Australia and Afghanistan due to dengue. In his World Cup debut against arch-rivals Pakistan, he started aggressively but was dismissed for 16 runs in 10 balls. Gill made a strong comeback in the next game against Bangladesh, scoring a sublime 53, but couldn’t maintain the momentum against New Zealand and England, registering low scores of 26 and nine, respectively. In four innings, Gill managed to accumulate 104 runs. With India in a comfortable position in the World Cup, Gill is determined to give his best in the upcoming match against Sri Lanka in Mumbai.
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