Shubman Gill has etched his name in cricket history by achieving a feat that no other player has accomplished in the 148 years of Test cricket. In the second Test against England at Edgbaston, Gill became the first-ever batter to score a double century and a 150 in the same match. This remarkable performance helped India set a massive 608-run target for England, putting them in a commanding position to level the series.
Gill's scores of 269 in the first innings and 161 in the second innings of the Edgbaston Test not only secured his place in history but also broke several other records. He became the first player in 148 years of Test cricket to record a 250 and a 150 in the same match. Gill's aggregate of 430 runs in the game is the second-highest ever in a single Test, only surpassed by Graham Gooch's 456 runs against India in 1990.
In addition to his unparalleled achievement, Gill also surpassed Virat Kohli's record to become the highest run-scorer in his debut Test series as India's captain. He amassed 460 runs in just four innings, demonstrating his class and composure in challenging English conditions. Gill began the series with a brilliant 147 at Headingley and followed it up with his magnificentdouble century at Edgbaston.
Gill's record-breaking spree didn't stop there. He also broke Gavaskar's record for the most runs by an Indian in a Test match and became the first Indian in 87 years to score more than 400 runs in a single Test. Moreover, Gill became the first Asian player to score over 300 runs in a single Test match on English soil. He is also the only Indian captain to achieve this milestone.
Former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik lauded Gill's emergence, comparing it to the transitions Indian cricket saw with Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli at No. 4. Karthik praised Gill's captaincy and improved technique, noting that he has worked on getting his bat in front of his pads, especially against the ball coming back in.
Gill's journey to this historic moment has been filled with remarkable achievements. He made his Test debut for India on December 26, 2020, in the Border–Gavaskar Trophy, contributing to India's comeback win in the second match of the series. In the fourth Test at the Gabba, he scored 91 runs off 146 balls, playing a crucial role in India's series win. He was also a part of the Indian squad that won the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.
Gill has also proven his mettle in other formats of the game. In the 2023 IPL season, he scored 890 runs, becoming the second-highest run-scorer ever in a single IPL season and winning the orange cap. He also holds the record for the youngest cricketer to score a double century in ODIs, achieving the feat at the age of 23.
Shubman Gill's recent exploits have solidified his position as a key player in the Indian cricket team and a leader for the future. His historic achievement at Edgbaston is a testament to his talent, dedication, and unwavering spirit. As he continues to break records and lead India with distinction, Gill is undoubtedly scripting a new chapter in the annals of cricket history.
