NEW DELHI: Indian star dough Shubman Gill is ready for “Summer Down Under” as he prepares for the summer ahead Border Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.
Ahead of the five-match Test series, the talented Indian player shared a stunning picture that showcased his enthusiasm and readiness for the demanding tour.
Border Gavaskar Trophy
Gill shared a picture on Instagram in which he can be seen holding his cricket bat Indian tricolor in the background.
The image, accompanied by his caption “Summer Down Under”, reflects his positive attitude as he prepares for one of the toughest cricketing challenges of his career.
A strong performance in this series would significantly improve Gill's Test cricket portfolio, especially given his recent challenges abroad. His first Test series in Australia in 2020-21 marked a significant milestone in his career.
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As part of an inexperienced Indian team, he played a crucial role in India's remarkable 2-1 victory over Australia. His stats included 259 runs from three matches at an average of 51.80, including two half-centuries with a top score of 91.
In the upcoming series, the young cricketer will take up the number three position previously held by Cheteshwar Pujaraknown for wearing down Australian bowlers with his defensive technique.
In 14 matches batting at number three, Gill has scored 926 runs at an average of 42.09, including three centuries and three fifties. His highest score is 119*.
Gill's current form in 2024 is impressive: he amassed 806 runs at an average of 47.41, including three centuries and three fifties in 19 innings, with 119* being his highest score.