Shubman Gill etched his name into the history books with a sensational double century against England, breaking long-standing records on Day 2 of the second Test at Edgbaston. His commanding knock of 269 not only powered India to a mammoth total of 587 but also saw him achieve a feat that has eluded even the greatest names in Indian cricket.
Former England captain Michael Atherton, on commentary during the match, didn’t hold back in his admiration for the 24-year-old India skipper. As Gill crossed the 200-run mark, Atherton remarked on the significance of the milestone in the context of Indian cricketing legends.
“Shubman Gill at No.4 is filling in some very big shoes… the roles once held by Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar. But neither of those two have managed a double century in England,” Atherton observed.
While Atherton’s comment sparked a mix of admiration and debate—especially among fans of Kohli and Tendulkar – it highlighted the magnitude of Gill’s achievement on English soil, a place historically challenging for subcontinental batsmen.
Playing a near-flawless innings, Gill exhibited maturity and restraint far beyond his years. His strokeplay was elegant, particularly through the off-side, and he offered the English attack no real chances throughout his stay at the crease.
“This has been a masterclass from Gill – an innings without blemish,” Atherton continued. “He hasn’t given England a moment of hope. There’s been a calm inevitability about his batting. He’s a beautiful driver of the ball and plays with such natural rhythm.”
Following his record-breaking knock, Gill spoke to Sky Sports, reflecting on the preparation that went into his performance.
“I worked on a few technical aspects before this series, things I believed would be crucial for success in Test cricket,” Gill revealed. “Looking at the results, it seems those adjustments are paying off.”
Gill, who also notched a century in the first Test, credited the team’s collective improvement in fielding as another key factor in India’s strong position.
“Fielding was something we really emphasized as a team coming into this series. It’s great to see that effort translating on the field,” he added.
As the series unfolds, Gill’s form and leadership are becoming central to India’s campaign in England – his monumental innings at Edgbaston a reminder that a new chapter in Indian cricket may well be underway.
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