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Shubman Gill's Batting Brilliance Secures Test Series Draw in England
22 Aug
Summary
- Shubman Gill amassed 754 runs at 75.40 in 10 innings
- Scored 4 centuries, including a career-best 269 in Birmingham
- Impressed as captain, leading India to a 2-2 series draw

In July 2025, Indian batter Shubman Gill led his team to a 2-2 series draw against England in the highly anticipated Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. The 25-year-old captain impressed with both his batting and captaincy, amassing 754 runs at an average of 75.40 in 10 innings across the five-match series.
Gill's standout performances included a career-best 269 in the second innings of the Birmingham Test, as well as centuries in the opening match in Leeds and the fourth Test in Manchester. His brilliant form silenced critics who had previously questioned his batting and leadership abilities.
Under Gill's captaincy, the young Indian team showcased their resilience and talent, with many experts and fans considering the series result a moral victory for the visitors. Gill's exceptional tour has further cemented his status as a rising star in world cricket, with his Test statistics now rivaling those of South African legend AB de Villiers at the same stage of their careers.