5 Best Knocks By Shubman Gill In International Cricket

Shubman Gill has played several match-winning knocks in international cricket (X)Shubman Gill has played several match-winning knocks in international cricket (X)

India's rising star, Shubman Gill, turned 25 on Sunday, September 8. Already a household name, Gill has become a pillar of India's batting lineup, delivering one stellar performance after another. With 11 international centuries under his belt, he's been a rock-solid presence in the white-ball game for India, consistently churning out impressive numbers.

As we raise a toast to this young sensation on his special day, let's walk down memory lane and revisit five of Gill’s best knocks in international cricket.

5. 130 off 97 Balls vs Zimbabwe (ODI) in Harare - August 2022

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In the 3rd ODI against Zimbabwe in August 2022, Shubman Gill delivered a match-winning knock of 130 off 97 balls, guiding India to a narrow 13-run victory.

With India struggling at 84/2 after 21 overs, Gill anchored the innings brilliantly, forming a crucial 140-run partnership with Ishan Kishan. His flawless stroke play, featuring 15 boundaries and a six, powered India to 289/8.

Zimbabwe came close in their chase, thanks to Sikandar Raza’s fighting century, but Gill’s performance with both bat and two vital catches helped seal the series 3-0 for India. A Player of the Match and Series double underlined his crucial role in the win.

4. 128 off 235 Balls vs Australia (Test) in Ahmedabad - Match 2023

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During the 4th Test of the 2023 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Shubman Gill delivered a crucial 128 off 235 balls, anchoring India’s response to Australia’s massive 480. With patience and elegance, Gill built the foundation, hitting 12 boundaries and a six. His knock, alongside partnerships with Pujara and Kohli, helped India post 571.

Gill’s century along with Kohli’s 186 were the turning points, ensuring India stayed in the contest and played out a draw with Australia scoring 175/2 in the second innings.


3. 126 off 63 Balls vs New Zealand (T20I) in Ahmedabad - February 2023

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Shubman Gill played one of his most explosive T20I innings, smashing an unbeaten 126 off just 63 balls against New Zealand in the series-deciding 3rd T20I in Ahmedabad in February 2023. His knock, filled with 12 boundaries and 7 huge sixes, propelled India to a massive 234/4. With a strike rate of 200, Gill was in complete control, dominating the New Zealand bowlers with ease as he recorded the highest score by an Indian batter in the format.

New Zealand, in reply, crumbled to just 66, giving India a crushing 168-run win. Gill’s knock set the tone for the match, making it a one-sided affair and earning him well-deserved accolades.

2. 208 off 149 balls vs New Zealand (ODI) in Hyderabad - January 2023

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At No. 2 is Shubman Gill’s sensational 208 off 149 balls against New Zealand in January 2023, during the 1st ODI in Hyderabad. This knock was packed with 19 fours and 9 sixes, guiding India to a formidable 349/8 as Gill became the youngest double centurion in ODI cricket.

Despite wickets tumbling around him, Gill stood tall, anchoring the innings before exploding in the final overs to reach his double century.

New Zealand came close, led by Michael Bracewell’s fiery 140, but India clinched a 12-run win, with Gill’s record-breaking innings proving to be the match-winning difference.

1. 91 off 146 balls vs Australia (Test) in Brisbane - January 2021

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At No. 1 is Shubman Gill’s remarkable 91 off 146 balls in the 4th Test at the Gabba in January 2021. What makes this knock stand out is the situation India found themselves in—chasing 328 on a tricky pitch against a formidable Australian bowling attack, and at a venue (The Gabba) where Australia hadn’t lost in 32 years. India’s backs were against the wall, and the pressure was immense.

Gill’s innings was a masterclass in counterattacking cricket. After the early dismissal of Rohit Sharma, Gill took the attack to the Australian bowlers, playing fearlessly against the likes of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Nathan Lyon. His strokeplay was sublime, as he struck 8 boundaries and 2 sixes, consistently finding gaps and putting pressure back on the opposition.

Gill’s aggressive approach laid the foundation for India to breach Australia’s fortress, giving the team the momentum they needed to pull off a historic victory. Though he narrowly missed out on a century, his innings played a massive role in one of India’s greatest ever Test wins.