Shubman Gill's Century Leads India’s Charge on Day One at Edgbaston
What a day of cricket it was at Edgbaston! If you’re catching up, let me walk you through what went down, because India’s captain Shubman Gill just gave us a masterclass in Test match batting. Under grey skies and in front of a lively English crowd, Gill showed exactly why he’s considered one of the brightest stars in the cricketing world right now.
The second Test between England and India kicked off with England winning the toss and choosing to bowl first—possibly looking to make early inroads on a typically helpful pitch. And they did strike early, removing KL Rahul cheaply. But then came the calm, composed presence of Shubman Gill. India faced a few wobbles along the way, with wickets falling regularly, but Gill held the innings together like a true leader.
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His century wasn’t just a number on the scoreboard—it was a statement. A finely balanced blend of patience and aggression, his 114* at stumps was filled with classical strokes and impeccable timing. He didn't just survive; he dominated phases of the game, especially against the new ball. One moment that stood out was his back-to-back sweep shots off Joe Root to bring up his ton—he dropped to one knee, launched into his shots, and then bowed to the crowd with a big smile. It was a royal moment.
But it wasn’t a one-man show either. Ravindra Jadeja provided the perfect foil at the other end, grinding it out and finishing the day unbeaten on 41. Their unbeaten partnership has taken India to a strong position at 310 for 5. While England had their moments—Woakes and Bashir chipped in with important wickets—the day belonged to India, and to Gill.
You could see towards the end of the day that Gill was battling a bit of discomfort in his lower back, even lying flat on the field for treatment. But he carried on with grit, which made the innings even more impressive. Leadership is not just about giving orders—it’s about setting the tone, and today, Gill absolutely did that.
Looking ahead, India would want to pile on the runs—550 or more would be ideal to bat England out of the game, especially with Jasprit Bumrah unavailable in this Test. But for now, they’ve won Day One. If Gill and Jadeja carry on in this rhythm, Day Two could be a defining chapter.
So yes, hats off to Shubman Gill. On a day when the pressure was on, he delivered like a champion.
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