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Shubman Gill Faces Unexpected "Pakistan Zindabad" Chant from Fan in Adelaide
22 Oct
Summary
- Shubman Gill, Indian cricket team captain, encountered a fan chanting "Pakistan Zindabad" in Adelaide
- Top Indian players Kohli, Iyer, and Gill skipped optional training session before second ODI
- Kohli, Gill, and Iyer had poor outings in the first ODI against Australia
On October 22nd, 2025, just a day before the second ODI between India and Australia in Adelaide, the Indian cricket team's captain Shubman Gill had a bizarre encounter with a fan. While taking a stroll through the streets of Adelaide, a fan approached Gill, shook his hand, and unexpectedly said, "Pakistan Zindabad." Gill's composed reaction to the statement showcased his restraint and professionalism.
Ahead of the crucial second ODI, three of India's senior cricketers - Virat Kohli, vice-captain Shreyas Iyer, and skipper Shubman Gill - opted out of the team's optional training session. While the rest of the squad, including opener Rohit Sharma, participated in the practice session, the trio of Kohli, Iyer, and Gill were absent.
In the first ODI, Kohli and Gill had a forgettable outing, with Kohli dismissed for an eight-ball duck and Gill scoring just 10 runs off 18 balls. Iyer also struggled to get going, managing only 11 runs from 24 deliveries before being dismissed by Josh Hazlewood. As India prepares for the second ODI, the team will be hoping for a better performance from their top-order batters.
