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Who is Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill

About Shubman Gill

Who is Shubman Gill?

Shubman Gill is an Indian cricketer who was named the top Indian batsman in the ICC ODI Rankings 2023. Gill broke Virat Kohli's record in the India vs New Zealand ODI series after scoring 360 runs in three innings. He was named the "Man of the Series" and set the world record for making the most runs in an ODI series.


Early life and education
Gill was born on September 8, 1999, in Punjab's Fazilka district. Gill's father, Lakhwinder Singh, was a farmer who wanted to be a professional cricketer. Gill, along with his family, moved to Mohali to learn cricket
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From one to many: How Indian cricket is embracing the multi-captain era

Shreyas Iyer's T20I appointment signals India's move away from the all-format captaincy model that shaped the Dhoni, Kohli, and Rohit eras, towards a more format-specific leadership

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Updated On : 09 Jun 2026 | 5:14 PM IST

IND vs AFG Test, Day 1: Centuries from Gill and Rahul propel India to 368/3

Sai Sudharsan and Rishabh Pant also dominated the Afghanistan bowling attack with brilliant half-centuries

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Updated On : 06 Jun 2026 | 5:35 PM IST

Playing at home will be an advantage: Gill ahead of IPL 2026 final vs RCB

Ahead of the final, Gill said he does not feel burdened by expectations despite standing on the verge of winning his first IPL title as captain

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Updated On : 30 May 2026 | 8:43 PM IST

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans thrive by avoiding occasion pressure, says Gill

Gill smacked 104 off 53 balls with 15 fours and three sixes to eclipse the first-innings heroics of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who made a calculated 96, to power Gujarat Titans' victory in the Qualifier 2

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Updated On : 30 May 2026 | 12:41 PM IST

IPL 2026: Gill's batting has just been phenomenal, says Vikram Solanki

Gill has totalled 722 runs this season, scoring the bulk of the runs for his team alongside opening partner Sai Sudharsan (710). Both are operating at a healthy strike rate of 160

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Updated On : 30 May 2026 | 12:38 PM IST

Gill's fifth IPL ton sends GT to IPL 2026 final with record chase vs RR

Chasing a daunting target of 215, Gill led from the front with a magnificent 104 off 53 balls as GT completed the highest successful chase in IPL playoff history

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Updated On : 29 May 2026 | 11:36 PM IST

IPL 2026: Why the GT vs RR Qualifier 2 game could be a battle of powerplay?

Both GT and RR are heavily dependent on their top three when it comes to scoring big runs this season

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Updated On : 29 May 2026 | 6:40 PM IST

IPL 2026: GT to wear lavender jersey in home game vs SRH; here's why

GT chief operating officer Colonel Arvinder Singh said the lavender jersey initiative has grown into a significant tradition for the franchise over the past four years

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Updated On : 11 May 2026 | 6:24 PM IST

IPL 2026: Mid-season review of GT, top performers, remaining fixtures

Despite sitting at fifth at the moment, GT can easily break into the top four if they win three of their next five games

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Updated On : 02 May 2026 | 4:03 PM IST

IPL 2026: GT skipper Shubman Gill set to return in action against DC

Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill has recovered from the muscle spasm that forced him to miss the previous game and will take the field against Delhi Capitals in the IPL here on Wednesday.

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Updated On : 07 Apr 2026 | 9:36 PM IST

IPL 2026: Why is Shubman Gill not playing in GT vs RR match today?

With the seriousness of the injury not known, Rashid did say that he will be available soon for the rest of the matches this season.

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Updated On : 04 Apr 2026 | 8:03 PM IST

IPL 2026: Gill blames poor batting in death overs for GT's loss vs PBKS

Gill's side, despite boasting a formidable batting line-up featuring Jos Buttler, Sai Sudharsan and Glenn Phillips, could not capitalise on a fairly good batting surface, managing only 162 for 6

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Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 12:36 PM IST

IPL 2026: GT's batting coach Hayden lauds Gill's clarity in leadership

The former Australia opener expressed confidence in the team's batting unit heading into the new season

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Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 6:28 PM IST

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill slams Impact Player rule as one-dimensional

The other Indian players who have expressed their concerns over the rule include Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya and more recently Delhi Capitals' skipper Axar Patel

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Updated On : 28 Mar 2026 | 7:40 PM IST

IPL 2026: GT Playing 11 probables, players' salary, timings, live streaming

Gujarat Titans will take on Punjab Kings in their opening match of IPL 2026 on March 31

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Updated On : 23 Mar 2026 | 12:04 PM IST

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans SWOT analysis, players' list, match timings

Gujarat Titans will start their campaign in IPL 2026 against Punjab Kings on March 31 in New Chandigarh

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Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 1:58 PM IST

We were so close in 2023, winning 2027 ODI WC is ultimate goal: Gill

Despite their incredible 10-match winning streak, India lost in the final against Australia in the 2023 ODI World Cup.

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Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 12:56 PM IST

Shubman Gill set to be named Cricketer of the Year at BCCI annual gala

India's Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill is set to be named Cricketer of the Year at the BCCI's annual awards to be held here on March 15.

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Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 6:34 PM IST

I'm where I need to be: Shubman Gill opens up on T20 World Cup exclusion

Gill, who has played 36 T20Is for India, scoring 869 runs at an average of 28.03 and a strike rate of 138.59, shared his thoughts ahead of India's first ODI against New Zealand.

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Updated On : 10 Jan 2026 | 3:07 PM IST

IND vs NZ ODIs: Shami overlooked once again; Reddy returns to ODI squad

Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah and all-rounder Hardik Pandya have been rested for the series, with Prasidh Krishna and Nitish Kumar Reddy making a comeback in the 50-over format

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Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 5:21 PM IST