Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 Not only will India’s influential shows in England but also for their new captain’s extraordinary batting performance, Shubman GillLeading the front in his first series as a skipper, Gill defined stability and class again against one of the most difficult bowling units in world cricket.
Shubman Gill’s record-breaking series defines his batting greatness
Gill scored 754 runs at an extraordinary average of 83.78 in five tests, finishing as the lead-scorer of the series. His run-fest included in four centuries in 10 innings, an achievement that made him the first captain to score four hundreds in his first series as a skipper. In this process, that too broke Sunil GavaskarA long -lasting record of 732 runs as an Indian captain in a single chain established in 1978 against the West Indies.
Gill’s monumental 269 in Birmingham and a decisive 103 in Manchester were the basis of India’s revival. Although he was struggling in London tests, his overall dominance strengthened his place among modern great people.
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Most runs as a captain in a test chain
Don Bradman vs Eng, 1936
The great Don Bradman ruled the highest rule during the 1936 ash, scoring 810 runs in the same series. His two double centuries displayed his unmatched ability to end the bowling attacks and lead from the front.
Shubman Gill vs Ang, 2025
The first series of Gill as Captain was no less than luxurious. His mixture of technical discipline and fearless stroke not only won India a series in England, but also established them as one of the most virtuous captains in testing history.
Graham Gooch vs Ind, 1990
England’s Graham Gooch was invincible against India in 1990, scoring 752 runs. His monument at Lord’s is one of the greatest innings in the history of 333 sports, establishing the stage for England’s dominance in that series.
Sunil Gavaskar vs Wi, 1978
Facing the scary West Indian pace battery, Sunil Gavaskar scored 732 runs in 1978, showcasing immense grits and skills. His creation and innocent technology against tireless fast bowling remains one of the best batting achievements of Indian cricket.
