In a memorable performance of class, nature and shot-making, Shubman Gill Made history at 2 of second test day between England And India In EDGBASTON. The Indian captain, who made an unbeaten on 114, went to his first dual century in Test cricket, finally ended the highest score-a monumental 269 by an Indian captain in England.
Shubman Gill a knock for ages
Gill’s innings was an ideal mix of elegance and patience. He brought his first 150-plus score and originally turned it into a dual century. The right -handed batsman painted his knock brilliantly in both days, punished bad balls and showed immense patience against quality bowling. He had 269 387 delivery and included 30 borders and 3 Tarring Six.
With this innings, Gill joined an aristocratic club of Indian batsmen to score double-per cent in testing matches on English soil. Gill’s 269 score also broke the record for a long time Mohammad azharuddin179 – Which was the highest score by an Indian test captain in England for 35 years.
3 Indian players with a double ton in England
Sunil Gavaskar – 221 vs England, The Oval, 1979
Gavaskar’s prestigious 221 came to the Oval during the fourth innings of the final test of the 1979 series. Chasing a huge 438 for victory, Gavaskar led India’s allegation with masterclass in time and patience. His innings, with 21 borders, pulled almost a historic run-chase. India eventually decreased by only 9 runs, but Gavaskar’s knock is still considered one of the best fourth innings in testing history.
Rahul Dravid – 217 vs England, The Oval, 2002
Dravid performed his classical technology with a luxurious 217 during the fourth test at the Oval in 2002. Walking in a difficult phase, Dravid made his innings with a characteristic flexibility and calm, helped to increase the total innings of India’s first innings 508.
Shubman Gill – 269 vs England, Edgbaston, 2025
Gill declared herself in the League of Greats with a record-breaking 269 in the second Test at Edgbaston. Starting again at 114*, the Indian captain dominated day 2 with elegant strokeplay and composed aggression. His knock by an Indian test captain in England included stand with 203 runs in his knock. Ravindra jadeja And India helped to take full control of the match. Gill’s innings will be remembered for her nature, focus and historical significance.
