The Indian men's cricket team is currently playing a two-match Test series against the West Indies. India won the first Test and secured a comfortable victory in the second. Indian cricket star Shubman Gill once again showcased his talent on the international stage with a stellar performance. Gill played a blistering innings of 129 runs, helping India dominate the match and breaking several records along the way. Let's learn about Gill's records:
Gill's 129-run innings was not only a testament to his skill and patience, but also a significant moment in his career.
With this innings, he completed his 10th Test century and surpassed former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir on the list of most Test centuries by an Indian opener.
Previously, Gill had scored nine centuries in Test cricket.
Gautam Gambhir's Test Career Stats
Matches: 58
Innings: 104
Total Runs: 4154
Average: 41.96
Centuries: 9
Fifties: 22
Double Centuries: 1
Gautam Gambhir was one of India's most consistent openers and played many match-winning innings during his career.
Shubman Gill's Test Career So Far
Matches: 38
Innings: 70
Total Runs: 2697
Average: 41.49
Centuries: 10
Fifties: 8
Double Centuries: 1 (scored against England)
Despite playing 20 fewer Test matches than Gambhir, Gill has already scored more centuries, demonstrating his remarkable consistency and development as a top-order batsman.
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