Gill Sets Records With First Home Ton As Captain
Shubman Gill struck his first Test century on home soil while leading India in the second Test against West Indies in New Delhi. The innings marked a major personal milestone and added to his growing stature as captain.
Breaking Kohli’s Record
Gill reached his fifth century as captain in just 12 innings, overtaking Virat Kohli’s record for the fastest Indian skipper to achieve the feat. The landmark also pushed him past Sachin Tendulkar, who never registered five centuries in a calendar year as captain.
Anchoring India’s Innings
Gill’s ton came after an early setback when Yashasvi Jaiswal was run out. From that point, Gill steadied the innings with disciplined batting, ensuring India built a strong platform against the visitors. His knock was pivotal in putting India in control of the Test.
A New Era In Leadership
The record-breaking performance further strengthens Gill’s reputation as India’s new Test leader. His ability to combine batting form with captaincy has drawn comparisons with past greats, giving Indian cricket a confident outlook for the ongoing series and beyond.
