Shubman Gill becomes India’s highest run-scorer in World Test Championship history, surpassing Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant. Discover his record-breaking stats and rising stars Jadeja & Jaiswal.
India’s Test captain Shubman Gill has etched his name in the record books by becoming the highest run-scorer for India in the World Test Championship (WTC) history. Achieving this milestone during the second day of the ongoing second Test against the West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi, Gill has firmly established himself as one of India’s most prolific batsmen in the prestigious championship.
Gill’s Record-Breaking Feat
Shubman Gill needed just 15 runs on Day 2, after finishing unbeaten on 20 runs on Day 1, to surpass legendary Indian batsmen Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant. He accomplished the feat with ease, showcasing his classic elegant stroke play. This landmark run came despite a slight mix-up with teammate Yashasvi Jaiswal, which led to Jaiswal’s unfortunate run-out, denying him a well-deserved double century.
Gill’s calm and composed batting style has been instrumental in India’s strong position in the match. With this innings, he has also notched up his ninth fifty in the World Test Championship and is poised for more big scores in the coming matches.
Shubman Gill’s Impressive WTC Stats
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Total Runs: 2757*
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Innings: 71
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Batting Average: 42.41
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Centuries: 9
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Half-Centuries: 9
Gill now leads the list of most runs scored by an Indian in WTC history, edging past Rishabh Pant (2731 runs) and Rohit Sharma (2716 runs). Former Indian captain Virat Kohli (2617 runs) and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja (2515 runs) follow next in the list.
Rising Stars Jadeja and Jaiswal Close Behind
While Shubman Gill tops the charts, fellow Indian players Ravindra Jadeja and Yashasvi Jaiswal are rapidly closing in on Rohit Sharma’s tally. Jadeja, who has been a consistent performer in recent years, has accumulated 2505 runs in 69 innings. Meanwhile, young batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal has made a remarkable impact with 2420 runs from just 48 innings, boasting an impressive average of 52.6, including seven centuries and 12 half-centuries.
What This Means for Indian Cricket
Gill’s ascendancy as India’s leading run-scorer in the WTC marks a new era in Indian Test cricket. His consistent performances under pressure highlight his importance not only as a captain but also as a dependable batsman. With Jadeja and Jaiswal also rising, India’s batting future in the World Test Championship looks promising.
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